Prep Nigeria
Data Policy

Our Commitment

How PREP Nigeria collects, governs, and protects election intelligence and civic data across Nigeria's democratic transparency infrastructure.

Last updated: June 2026

Our Commitment

  1. Data Minimization

    Stay & watch the counting process

  2. Radical Transparency

    Fully aligned with Nigerian data protection regulations & frameworks.

  3. Ethical Governance

    Fully aligned with Nigerian data protection regulations & frameworks.

What We Collect?

PREP Nigeria collects only the minimum data necessary to deliver secure, transparent election intelligence services across Nigeria's democratic ecosystem.

  1. Identity Information
    • Full legal name
    • National Identification Number (NIN)
    • Voter Identification Number (VIN)
    • Government-issued ID documents
  2. Polling Unit Data
    • Polling unit code & location
    • Ward and LGA assignment
    • State & geopolitical zone
    • GPS coordinates (with consent)
  3. Contact & Access Data
    • Email address
    • Phone number
    • Login credentials (encrypted)
    • Device & browser fingerprint
  4. Election Intelligence Data
    • Result sheet uploads (Form EC8A)
    • Incident reports & field notes
    • Polling agent activity logs
    • Timestamp-verified submissions

Why We Collect This Data?

Every data point collected by PREP Nigeria serves a specific, lawful, and democratically significant purpose — aligned with Nigeria's NDPR framework & international data ethics standards.

  1. Election Verification & Result Authentication

    To verify polling agent identities & authenticate election results submitted from the field, ensuring data integrity across all 176,000+ polling units.

  2. Volunteer & Agent Coordination

    To onboard, assign, verify, & coordinate thousands of civic volunteers & polling agents across Nigeria's 36 states and FCT.

  3. Democratic Transparency & Public Accountability

    To onboard, assign, verify, & coordinate thousands of civic volunteers & polling agents across Nigeria's 36 states and FCT.

  4. Platform improvement

How We Use Your Data?

Every use of data on the PREP Nigeria platform is governed by a clear civic purpose, institutional accountability, & transparent data governance principles.

  1. Election Result Collation

    Processing & aggregating polling unit results into accurate, real-time electoral intelligence for public transparency.

  2. Platform Security

    Detecting unauthorized access, preventing data manipulation, & maintaining the integrity of electoral intelligence systems.

  3. Agent Coordination

    Managing volunteer & polling agent assignments, communications, & field operations across election districts.

  4. Research & Analysis

    Supporting anonymized electoral research, academic studies, & policy analysis to strengthen democratic institutions.

  5. Media Reporting

    Providing verified election data feeds to accredited media organizations for accurate public reporting & journalism.

Built with Security at the Core

Every use of data on the PREP Nigeria platform is governed by a clear civic purpose, institutional accountability, & transparent data governance principles.

  1. Encryption

    Encryption of data in transit (HTTPS / TLS) and at rest where applicable.

  2. Access Monitoring

    All platform access events are logged, time-stamped, and reviewed by security operations in real time.

Your Rights & Control

PREP Nigeria respects the privacy rights of all users, volunteers, institutions, and stakeholders. You remain in control of your information at all times.

  1. Access your information

    Request a complete copy of all personal data held by PREP Nigeria. We will respond within 30 working days.

  2. Request corrections

    If your information is inaccurate or incomplete, you have the right to request corrections and updates.

  3. Consent Management

    Manage your communication preferences and control how PREP Nigeria uses your information for updates, civic education, and platform services.

  4. Request Deletion

    Where applicable and legally permissible, you may request the deletion of your personal data from our systems.

  5. Communication Preferences

    Manage your notification settings, email preferences, and communication opt-outs from your account dashboard.

  6. Support Escalation

    Need assistance with a privacy concern, data request, or account-related issue? Submit a support request and our team will review and respond promptly.

Third-Party Services & Integrations

PREP Nigeria may integrate with trusted third-party systems to deliver secure, high-performance election intelligence. All integrations are governed by strict data protection protocols.

  1. Analytics Systems

    Platform performance and usage analytics to optimize civic intelligence delivery and user experience.

  2. Cloud infrastructure

    Secure, enterprise-grade cloud hosting ensuring data sovereignty and operational resilience.

  3. Payment Systems

    PCI-compliant payment processing for institutional subscriptions and civic-tech services.

  4. Communication Tools

    Encrypted notification and messaging systems for real-time election intelligence delivery.

  5. Communication Preferences

    Manage your notification settings, email preferences, and communication opt-outs from your account dashboard.

  6. Election Intelligence Services

    Verified electoral data feeds and civic intelligence systems integrated under strict data governance.

Cookies & Platform Analytics

PREP Nigeria uses cookies and analytics tools to optimize platform performance, enhance user experience, and deliver accurate election intelligence. All tracking is transparent and minimal.

  1. Essential

    Cookies required for core platform functionality and secure authentication.

  2. Analytics

    Platform usage data to improve intelligence delivery and civic engagement.

  3. Performance

    Monitoring platform speed, uptime, and election data feed reliability.

  4. Preferences

    Encrypted notification and messaging systems for real-time election intelligence delivery.

  5. Communication Preferences

    PREP Nigeria maintains full transparency about what analytics data is collected. All data is anonymized and aggregated — never linked to individual identities.

Regulations, Compliance & Legal Standards

Our Data Governance Framework Is Built On Nigeria's Constitutional Provisions, Electoral Law, And International Best Practices For Civic-Tech Infrastructure.

  1. Nigeria Data Protection Regulation

    PREP Nigeria Fully Complies With NDPR 2019 And The Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023, Ensuring Lawful Processing, Storage, And Transfer Of All Citizen Data.

    • Lawful Basis For All Data Processing
    • Data Subject Rights Enforcement
    • Annual Compliance Audits
  2. Election Integrity Responsibilities

    As An Election Intelligence Infrastructure, PREP Nigeria Operates Within INEC Guidelines And The Electoral Act 2022, Safeguarding Democratic Data Integrity.

    • INEC-Aligned Data Standards
    • Electoral Data Neutrality Policy
    • Non-Partisan Data Governance
  3. Lawful Data Usage Framework

    All Data Collected Through PREP Nigeria Is Used Exclusively For Democratic Transparency, Civic Intelligence, And Election Monitoring Purposes.

    • Purpose Limitation Principle
    • No Commercial Data Monetization
    • Minimal Data Collection Policy
  4. Operational Transparency

    PREP Nigeria Publishes Transparent Reports On Data Usage, Platform Operations, And Civic Intelligence Outputs To Maintain Public Accountability.

    • Public Transparency Reports
    • Open Data Methodology
    • Stakeholder Audit Access
  5. Civic-Tech Accountability

    Our Institutional Governance Structure Ensures Independent Oversight, Ethical Review, And Democratic Accountability At Every Level Of Platform Operation.

    • Independent Ethics Board
    • Civil Society Oversight
    • Whistleblower Protections
  6. Security Infrastructure

    Military-Grade Encryption, Zero-Trust Architecture, And Continuous Threat Monitoring Protect Nigeria's Democratic Intelligence Data.

    • AES-256 Data Encryption
    • Zero-Trust Network Model
    • 24/7 SOC Monitoring

info-iconPREP Nigeria Operates As A Secure Election Intelligence And Democratic Transparency Infrastructure. All Data Processed Through This Platform Is Subject To Nigeria's Constitutional Provisions, The NDPR 2023, And Applicable Electoral Laws. PREP Nigeria Does Not Sell, Trade, Or Commercially Exploit Any Civic Or Personal Data. Our Mission Is The Responsible Advancement Of Democratic Transparency And Electoral Accountability In Nigeria.

Questions About Privacy or Data Protection?

Our dedicated Privacy & Data Protection team is available to address any concerns, requests, or inquiries regarding how PREP Nigeria handles democratic intelligence and personal information.

  1. Privacy Support

    For all privacy-related inquiries and data concerns

    info@prepnigeria.com
  2. Legal Channel

    For legal notices, compliance requests & regulatory matters.

    info@prepnigeria.com
  3. Institutional Inquiries

    For NGOs, government agencies & civic organizations.

    info@prepnigeria.com
  4. Data Rights Requests

    Submit access, correction or deletion requests

    datarights@prepnigeria.ng
  5. How to Submit a Data Rights Request

    PREP Nigeria is committed to honoring your data rights under the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR). Submit your request and our team will respond within the statutory timeframe.

    a. Submit Your Request
    b. Identity Verification
    • Our team will verify your identity to protect against unauthorized data access
    c. Processing & Response
    • Requests are processed within 30 days in accordance with NDPR statutory requirements