Privacy Policy

Effective Date: May 19, 2025

At News.Akewe.com, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting any personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your data when you visit or interact with our news platform.

By using News.Akewe.com, you agree to the terms described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Who We Are

News.Akewe.com is a news publishing website managed by Akewe Media Nigeria Limited, a Nigerian registered media company. Our mission is to provide accurate, relevant, and timely news to our audience.

2. What Information We Collect

a. Information You Provide Voluntarily

You may choose to share information with us directly. This includes:

Your name and email address (e.g., when subscribing to newsletters or commenting)
Your submitted content (e.g., feedback, comments, story tips)

b. Information Collected Automatically

When you visit News.Akewe.com, we may automatically collect:

IP address
Browser type and settings
Device type and operating system
Pages visited, time spent, and referral links

c. Cookies and Tracking Tools

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

Understand how users navigate the site
Remember your preferences
Improve performance and personalization

You can manage or disable cookies via your browser settings.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your data for the following purposes:

To deliver news content and updates
To manage subscriptions and send email alerts
To analyze website traffic and user behavior
To maintain and improve site performance
To prevent fraud and enhance security

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

4. Sharing of Information

We may share your data only in the following situations:

With service providers that help us run the website (e.g., hosting, analytics)
When required by law, regulation, or legal process
To protect the rights, property, or safety of our company, users, or others

All third-party service providers must handle your data responsibly and securely.

5. Email Newsletters

If you sign up for our newsletter, we will send you regular updates. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in the email or by contacting us directly. We do not send unsolicited emails.

6. Comments and Public Content

When you comment on an article, your name and comment will be publicly visible. Please avoid sharing sensitive or personal details in comment sections. We reserve the right to remove inappropriate or offensive comments.

7. Your Rights

As a user, you have the right to:

Access the personal information we hold about you
Correct or update your information
Request deletion of your data
Object to or restrict certain types of data processing

To make any requests, contact us at [email protected].

8. Data Security

We use reasonable security measures to protect your information, including:

HTTPS encryption
Secure servers and firewalls
Access control to sensitive systems

However, no internet system is 100 percent secure. Use the website at your own risk.

9. Children’s Privacy

News.Akewe.com is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe a child has submitted personal data to us, please contact us to delete it.

10. External Links

Articles on our website may include links to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy policies or content on those third-party sites. Please review their privacy policies before providing any personal data.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be reflected on this page, with a new effective date. Continued use of the website means you agree to the updated terms.