Privacy Policy

Century Newspaper (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is deeply committed to protecting the privacy of our users and ensuring transparency in how we handle personal information. This Privacy Policy governs the collection, use, storage, disclosure, and protection of your data when you access our website, www.centurynewspaper.com (the “Site”), engage with our services (e.g., newsletters, comments, or subscriptions), or interact with us through email, social media, or other channels. By using the Site, you consent to the practices outlined in this policy. If you do not agree, please refrain from accessing or using the Site. This policy complies with applicable data protection laws, including the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR), and is designed to meet global standards.

1. Information We Collect
We collect information to deliver high-quality news, enhance user experience, and improve our services. The types of information we collect include:
a. Personal Information
Personal information is data that can identify you as an individual, which you may provide voluntarily, including:
Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, or other identifiers submitted through contact forms, newsletter subscriptions, account registration, or inquiries.
User-Generated Content: Comments, feedback, news tips, or submissions shared via the Site, email, or social media platforms.
Survey, Contest, or Promotion Data: Information provided when participating in surveys, contests, giveaways, or promotional campaigns, such as demographic details or preferences.
Account Information: Username, password, and profile details if you register for an account to access restricted features (e.g., commenting or premium content).
Payment Information: If applicable (e.g., for paid subscriptions or donations), we may collect billing details through secure third-party payment processors, though we do not store payment card information directly.
b. Non-Personal Information
Non-personal information is data that does not directly identify you, collected automatically as you interact with the Site:
Device and Browser Data: IP address, browser type and version, operating system, device type, screen resolution, and unique device identifiers.
Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on the Site, clickstream data, referral URLs, search terms, and navigation patterns.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, pixel tags, and similar technologies to track user behavior, personalize content, and serve advertisements.
Geolocation Data: Approximate location based on your IP address to tailor content or comply with regional regulations.
c. Third-Party Analytics and Advertising Data
We use third-party services, such as Google Analytics, to collect aggregated data about Site usage, including:
Visitor demographics (e.g., age, gender, interests, if provided by analytics tools).
Traffic patterns, bounce rates, and engagement metrics.
Advertising performance data for personalized ads through networks like Google AdSense.
2. How We Collect Information
We collect information through multiple channels to ensure a seamless user experience:
Direct Interactions: When you submit forms (e.g., contact or newsletter sign-up), post comments, register accounts, or contact us directly.
Automated Technologies: Through cookies, server logs, and analytics tools that capture your interactions with the Site.
Third-Party Sources: From social media platforms (e.g., X, Facebook, Instagram) when you engage with our accounts, or from advertising partners and analytics providers.
Publicly Available Data: In some cases, we may collect publicly available information, such as news tips shared on social media, to enhance our reporting.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to provide, maintain, and enhance our services, including:
Content Delivery: Providing news articles, newsletters, and updates tailored to your interests or location.
User Support: Responding to inquiries, comments, feedback, or news tips submitted via the Site or other channels.
Site Improvement: Analyzing usage data to optimize Site performance, design, and content relevance.
Personalized Advertising: Serving relevant ads through third-party networks like Google AdSense, based on your interests or behavior.
Engagement Features: Enabling commenting, account management, or participation in surveys, contests, or promotions.
Analytics and Reporting: Using aggregated data to understand audience preferences and improve editorial strategies.
Legal Compliance: Fulfilling legal obligations, such as responding to court orders, subpoenas, or regulatory requests.
Security: Detecting and preventing fraud, abuse, or unauthorized access to the Site.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Cookies and similar technologies are integral to our Site’s functionality and user experience. We use:
Essential Cookies: To enable core Site functions, such as navigation, account login, and remembering user preferences.
Performance Cookies: To collect analytics data on Site usage, such as page views and session duration.
Functional Cookies: To personalize content, such as saving your language or region settings.
Advertising Cookies: To deliver targeted ads through third-party networks, tracking your interests across sites.
You can control cookies via:
Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies, though this may affect Site functionality.
Cookie Consent Tool: If implemented, our Site may offer a consent popup to manage cookie preferences.
Opt-Out Options: Tools like Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-On or ad network opt-out pages (e.g., Google’s Ads Settings).
5. Sharing Your Information
We prioritize your privacy and do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share data in the following cases:
Service Providers: With trusted third-party vendors (e.g., Google Analytics, hosting providers, ad networks, or email marketing platforms) to support Site operations, analytics, or advertising. These providers are bound by contracts to protect your data.
Legal Requirements: When required by law, regulation, or legal process (e.g., subpoenas, court orders) or to protect our rights, safety, or property.
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or asset sale, your data may be transferred to the acquiring entity, with notice provided where required.
Aggregated Data: We may share anonymized, aggregated data (e.g., Site traffic statistics) with partners for research or marketing purposes.
6. Data Security
We employ robust, industry-standard security measures to protect your information, including:
Encryption (e.g., SSL/TLS) for data transmission.
Secure servers and access controls to prevent unauthorized access.
Regular security audits and updates to address vulnerabilities.
Despite these measures, no online system is entirely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute protection against breaches, hacking, or data loss, but we take reasonable steps to minimize risks.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. For example:
Contact form data may be kept for one year to address follow-ups.
Analytics data is retained in aggregated form for up to 26 months (per Google Analytics defaults).
Account information is retained until you request deletion or your account becomes inactive.
When data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.
8. Your Rights and Choices
Under applicable laws, such as the NDPR, you have rights regarding your data:
Access: Request a copy of your personal information.
Correction: Update inaccurate or incomplete data.
Deletion: Request removal of your data, subject to legal obligations.
Restriction: Request limited processing of your data in certain cases.
Data Portability: Request your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from newsletters or marketing communications via email links or by contacting us.
Cookies: Manage preferences through browser settings or our consent tool.
To exercise these rights, please visit our Contact page for instructions.
9. Third-Party Links and Services
The Site may contain links to third-party websites, advertisements, or services (e.g., social media platforms). We are not responsible for their content, privacy practices, or security. We encourage you to review their policies before interacting or sharing information.
10. International Data Transfers
Our servers or service providers may be located outside Nigeria, such as in the United States or Europe. If you access the Site from outside Nigeria, your data may be transferred to and processed in jurisdictions with different data protection laws. By using the Site, you consent to such transfers. We ensure appropriate safeguards (e.g., contractual agreements) to protect your data during transfers.
11. Children’s Privacy
The Site is not intended for users under 13 years old. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we discover such data has been collected, we will promptly delete it. Parents or guardians who believe their child has provided data should contact us via the Contact page.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this policy to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. Significant changes will be communicated via the Site or email (if applicable). We encourage you to review this policy regularly.
13. Contact Us
For questions, concerns, or to exercise your data rights, please visit our Contact page at www.centurynewspaper.com/contact for instructions on how to reach us.

User Agreement
Effective Date: August 15, 2025
This User Agreement (“Agreement”) governs your access to and use of www.centurynewspaper.com (the “Site”), operated by Century Newspaper (“we,” “us,” or “our”). This Agreement is a legally binding contract between you and Century Newspaper. By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by its terms, including any referenced policies (e.g., Privacy Policy, Comment Policy). If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By using the Site, you confirm that:
You are at least 13 years old or have parental consent to use the Site.
You have the legal capacity to enter into this Agreement.
You will comply with all terms, conditions, and applicable laws.
2. Use of the Site
a. Permitted Use
The Site is provided for personal, non-commercial use to access news, articles, multimedia, and interactive features. You may:
View, download, or print content for personal use, provided you retain all copyright and proprietary notices.
Share content via social media or email with proper attribution to Century Newspaper.
Participate in interactive features (e.g., commenting, surveys) in accordance with our policies.
b. Prohibited Conduct
You agree not to:
Use the Site for illegal, fraudulent, or unauthorized purposes.
Copy, reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works of content without written permission.
Post, transmit, or share content that is defamatory, obscene, hateful, discriminatory, or otherwise objectionable.
Engage in activities that disrupt the Site, such as hacking, introducing malware, or overloading servers.
Use automated tools (e.g., bots, scrapers, spiders) to access, collect, or harvest data.
Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation with us or others.
Circumvent security measures or attempt unauthorized access to Site systems or user accounts.
Use the Site to send spam, unsolicited advertisements, or chain letters.
3. Intellectual Property
a. Ownership
All content on the Site, including text, images, videos, logos, graphics, and design elements, is owned by Century Newspaper or its licensors and protected by Nigerian and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. This includes articles, photographs, and multimedia published on the Site.
b. License
We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Site’s content for personal, non-commercial purposes, subject to this Agreement. Any other use requires our prior written consent.
c. Restrictions
You may not:
Reproduce, distribute, or sell content without permission.
Use our trademarks, logos, or branding in a way that suggests endorsement or affiliation.
Extract or reuse substantial portions of content for commercial purposes.
4. User-Generated Content
If you submit comments, feedback, news tips, or other content (“User Content”):
License: You grant Century Newspaper a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, distribute, and display your User Content in any media, including for promotional purposes.
Responsibility: You confirm that your User Content is original, does not infringe third-party rights (e.g., copyright, privacy), and complies with applicable laws and our Comment Policy.
Moderation: We may review, edit, or remove User Content at our discretion if it violates this Agreement or other policies.
Liability: You are solely responsible for the accuracy, legality, and consequences of your User Content.
5. Account Registration and Security
Certain features (e.g., commenting, newsletters, or premium content) may require account registration. You agree to:
Provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration.
Maintain the confidentiality of your account credentials and notify us immediately of unauthorized access.
Be responsible for all activities conducted under your account.
We may suspend or terminate your account for violations of this Agreement, fraudulent activity, or at our discretion.
6. Third-Party Links and Advertisements
The Site may include links to third-party websites, services, or advertisements (e.g., via Google AdSense). We do not endorse or control these third parties and are not responsible for their content, practices, or availability. Your interactions with third parties, including clicking links or engaging with ads, are at your own risk. Review their terms and privacy policies before proceeding.
7. Disclaimer of Warranties
The Site and its content are provided “as is” and “as available” without warranties of any kind, express or implied, including:
Accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of content.
Uninterrupted, error-free, or secure access to the Site.
Freedom from viruses, malware, or harmful components.
Fitness for a particular purpose or merchantability.
We do not guarantee that the Site will meet your expectations or requirements.
8. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Century Newspaper, its affiliates, officers, employees, and agents are not liable for any damages, including direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages, arising from:
Your use of or inability to access the Site.
Errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in content.
Unauthorized access to or loss of your data.
Third-party content, links, or services.
This limitation applies even if we are advised of the possibility of such damages.
9. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Century Newspaper, its affiliates, officers, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from:
Your use of the Site.
Violation of this Agreement or applicable laws.
Infringement of third-party rights (e.g., copyright, privacy).
Your User Content or interactions with other users.
10. Termination
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Site, with or without notice, for:
Violations of this Agreement or related policies.
Conduct that harms the Site, other users, or our reputation.
Any other reason at our sole discretion.
Upon termination, your right to access the Site ceases, but provisions related to intellectual property, liability, and indemnification survive.
11. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
This Agreement is governed by the laws of Nigeria, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from this Agreement or your use of the Site will be resolved exclusively in the courts of F.C.T Abuja, Nigeria. You agree to submit to the personal jurisdiction of these courts. You waive any objection to venue or inconvenience of the forum.
12. Force Majeure
We are not liable for delays or failures in Site performance due to events beyond our control, including natural disasters, cyberattacks, government actions, or service provider outages.
13. Changes to This Agreement
We may modify this Agreement at any time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or Site functionality. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.” Significant changes may be communicated via the Site or email (if applicable). Your continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of the revised Agreement.

Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to deliver high-quality news, enhance user experience, and improve our services. The types of information we collect include:

a. Personal Information

Personal information is data that can identify you as an individual, which you may provide voluntarily, including:

Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, or other identifiers submitted through contact forms, newsletter subscriptions, account registration, or inquiries.

User-Generated Content: Comments, feedback, news tips, or submissions shared via the Site, email, or social media platforms.

Survey, Contest, or Promotion Data: Information provided when participating in surveys, contests, giveaways, or promotional campaigns, such as demographic details or preferences.

Account Information: Username, password, and profile details if you register for an account to access restricted features (e.g., commenting or premium content).

Payment Information: If applicable (e.g., for paid subscriptions or donations), we may collect billing details through secure third-party payment processors, though we do not store payment card information directly.

b. Non-Personal Information

Non-personal information is data that does not directly identify you, collected automatically as you interact with the Site:

Device and Browser Data: IP address, browser type and version, operating system, device type, screen resolution, and unique device identifiers.

Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on the Site, clickstream data, referral URLs, search terms, and navigation patterns.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, pixel tags, and similar technologies to track user behavior, personalize content, and serve advertisements.

Geolocation Data: Approximate location based on your IP address to tailor content or comply with regional regulations.

c. Third-Party Analytics and Advertising Data

We use third-party services, such as Google Analytics, to collect aggregated data about Site usage, including:

Visitor demographics (e.g., age, gender, interests, if provided by analytics tools).

Traffic patterns, bounce rates, and engagement metrics.

Advertising performance data for personalized ads through networks like Google AdSense.

2. How We Collect Information

We collect information through multiple channels to ensure a seamless user experience:

Direct Interactions: When you submit forms (e.g., contact or newsletter sign-up), post comments, register accounts, or contact us directly.

Automated Technologies: Through cookies, server logs, and analytics tools that capture your interactions with the Site.

Third-Party Sources: From social media platforms (e.g., X, Facebook, Instagram) when you engage with our accounts, or from advertising partners and analytics providers.

Publicly Available Data: In some cases, we may collect publicly available information, such as news tips shared on social media, to enhance our reporting.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to provide, maintain, and enhance our services, including:

Content Delivery: Providing news articles, newsletters, and updates tailored to your interests or location.

User Support: Responding to inquiries, comments, feedback, or news tips submitted via the Site or other channels.

Site Improvement: Analyzing usage data to optimize Site performance, design, and content relevance.

Personalized Advertising: Serving relevant ads through third-party networks like Google AdSense, based on your interests or behavior.

Engagement Features: Enabling commenting, account management, or participation in surveys, contests, or promotions.

Analytics and Reporting: Using aggregated data to understand audience preferences and improve editorial strategies.

Legal Compliance: Fulfilling legal obligations, such as responding to court orders, subpoenas, or regulatory requests.

Security: Detecting and preventing fraud, abuse, or unauthorized access to the Site.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Cookies and similar technologies are integral to our Site’s functionality and user experience. We use:

Essential Cookies: To enable core Site functions, such as navigation, account login, and remembering user preferences.

Performance Cookies: To collect analytics data on Site usage, such as page views and session duration.

Functional Cookies: To personalize content, such as saving your language or region settings.

Advertising Cookies: To deliver targeted ads through third-party networks, tracking your interests across sites.

You can control cookies via:

Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies, though this may affect Site functionality.

Cookie Consent Tool: If implemented, our Site may offer a consent popup to manage cookie preferences.

Opt-Out Options: Tools like Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-On or ad network opt-out pages (e.g., Google’s Ads Settings).

5. Sharing Your Information

We prioritize your privacy and do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share data in the following cases:

Service Providers: With trusted third-party vendors (e.g., Google Analytics, hosting providers, ad networks, or email marketing platforms) to support Site operations, analytics, or advertising. These providers are bound by contracts to protect your data.

Legal Requirements: When required by law, regulation, or legal process (e.g., subpoenas, court orders) or to protect our rights, safety, or property.

Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or asset sale, your data may be transferred to the acquiring entity, with notice provided where required.

Aggregated Data: We may share anonymized, aggregated data (e.g., Site traffic statistics) with partners for research or marketing purposes.

6. Data Security

We employ robust, industry-standard security measures to protect your information, including:

Encryption (e.g., SSL/TLS) for data transmission.

Secure servers and access controls to prevent unauthorized access.

Regular security audits and updates to address vulnerabilities.

Despite these measures, no online system is entirely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute protection against breaches, hacking, or data loss, but we take reasonable steps to minimize risks.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. For example:

Contact form data may be kept for one year to address follow-ups.

Analytics data is retained in aggregated form for up to 26 months (per Google Analytics defaults).

Account information is retained until you request deletion or your account becomes inactive.

When data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.

8. Your Rights and Choices

Under applicable laws, such as the NDPR, you have rights regarding your data:

Access: Request a copy of your personal information.

Correction: Update inaccurate or incomplete data.

Deletion: Request removal of your data, subject to legal obligations.

Restriction: Request limited processing of your data in certain cases.

Data Portability: Request your data in a structured, machine-readable format.

Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from newsletters or marketing communications via email links or by contacting us.

Cookies: Manage preferences through browser settings or our consent tool.

To exercise these rights, please visit our Contact page for instructions.

9. Third-Party Links and Services

The Site may contain links to third-party websites, advertisements, or services (e.g., social media platforms). We are not responsible for their content, privacy practices, or security. We encourage you to review their policies before interacting or sharing information.

10. International Data Transfers

11. Children’s Privacy

The Site is not intended for users under 13 years old. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we discover such data has been collected, we will promptly delete it. Parents or guardians who believe their child has provided data should contact us via the Contact page.