Privacy Policy
Effective Date: October 2, 2025
At MD Perspective Nigeria Limited (“MD Perspective”, “we”, “us”, “our”), we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information in connection with our services, including trade promotion, trade facilitation, fairs and exhibitions, business linkages, marketing communication consulting, management and financial consulting, and event planning (“Services”). It applies to clients, event attendees, website visitors, and anyone engaging with us at our Aboru offices, via phone, email, or our website (www.mdperspective.com.ng).
We comply with the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA) 2023, Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR) 2019, and, where applicable, the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (Regulation (EU) 2016/679) for processing personal data of EU residents. This policy ensures compliance with both Nigerian and EU data protection laws, providing transparency and robust safeguards for all data subjects.
1. Information We Collect
We collect personal data to deliver and enhance our Services. The types of data include:
Identity and Contact Data: Name, organization, email address, phone number, postal address (e.g., from event registrations or partnership inquiries).
Business Data: Company details, such as industry or market goals, provided during consulting or trade facilitation.
Event Data: Information from trade fairs or exhibitions, including booth preferences or attendee interactions.
Website Data: IP addresses, browser type, and usage data collected via cookies or analytics tools on www.mdperspective.com.ng.
Marketing Data: Preferences for receiving newsletters or promotional materials sent to info@mdperspective.com.ng.
Collection Methods: Data is collected directly (e.g., forms, contracts), indirectly (e.g., event observations), or via third parties (e.g., event partners), always with a lawful basis under NDPA/NDPR or GDPR (consent, contract, legitimate interests).
GDPR-Specific: For EU residents, we ensure explicit consent or another lawful basis (e.g., contractual necessity) for data collection, with clear documentation of processing activities.
2. How We Use Your Data
We process personal data for the following purposes, with lawful bases under NDPA/NDPR and GDPR:
Service Delivery: Organizing events, facilitating trade, providing consulting, or managing business linkages (Lawful basis: Contractual necessity).
Communication: Responding to inquiries, sending event updates, or delivering marketing materials (Lawful basis: Consent or legitimate interests).
Compliance: Meeting legal obligations, such as tax reporting under the Companies and Allied Matters Act (CAMA) 2020 or GDPR compliance for EU data (Lawful basis: Legal obligation).
Improvement: Analyzing website usage or event feedback to enhance Services (Lawful basis: Legitimate interests).
Marketing: Promoting Services or events, tailored to preferences, with an opt-out option (Lawful basis: Consent).
GDPR-Specific: For EU residents, we conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) for high-risk processing and maintain a Record of Processing Activities (ROPA) per GDPR Article 30. Legitimate interests are assessed with a balancing test to ensure your rights are protected.
3. Data Sharing
We may share your data with:
Service Providers: Trusted third parties (e.g., event venues, logistics firms) assisting with Services, bound by Data Processing Agreements (DPAs) compliant with NDPA and GDPR Article 28.
Business Partners: For business linkages or trade facilitation, with your consent (e.g., connecting you with a distributor).
Regulatory Authorities: As required by Nigerian law (e.g., tax authorities) or EU regulators for GDPR compliance.
International Transfers: For EU data, we use Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or other GDPR-approved mechanisms (Article 46) to ensure equivalent protection when transferring data outside the EU/EEA. For Nigerian data, transfers comply with NDPA requirements.
We do not sell your data or share it for unrelated purposes.
4. Data Security
We implement robust measures to protect your data, including:
Encryption for data transmission (e.g., TLS) and storage.
Access controls limiting data to authorized personnel.
Regular security audits per NDPA and GDPR Article 32 requirements.
Breach notification within 72 hours to you, the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), and, for EU residents, the relevant EU Supervisory Authority (e.g., ICO).
GDPR-Specific: We conduct regular risk assessments and maintain a data breach response plan compliant with GDPR Articles 33-34.
5. Data Retention
Data is retained only as necessary for the purpose collected (e.g., event data for 1 year post-event, unless required longer by law).
Financial data is kept for 6 years per Nigerian tax laws or GDPR requirements for accountability.
EU data is subject to GDPR’s storage limitation principle, with documented retention schedules.
You may request deletion, subject to legal obligations under NDPA or GDPR.
6. Your Rights
Under NDPA, NDPR, and GDPR, you have the right to:
Access: Request a copy of your data (GDPR Article 15).
Rectification: Correct inaccurate data (GDPR Article 16).
Erasure: Request deletion, where applicable (GDPR Article 17).
Restriction: Limit data processing in certain cases (GDPR Article 18).
Objection: Opt out of marketing or processing based on legitimate interests (GDPR Article 21).
Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format (GDPR Article 20).
Withdraw Consent: Revoke consent at any time, without affecting prior processing.
GDPR-Specific: EU residents may lodge complaints with their local Supervisory Authority (e.g., ICO in the UK). We provide free exercise of rights, with responses within 30 days (extendable under GDPR Article 12 for complex cases).
To exercise these rights, contact us at the details below.
7. Cookies and Website Tracking
Our website (www.mdperspective.com.ng) uses cookies to enhance user experience and analyze traffic.
Types: Essential cookies (site functionality), analytics cookies (usage insights), marketing cookies (tailored ads).
GDPR-Specific: EU residents are provided a clear cookie consent mechanism per GDPR Article 7, with granular opt-in options.
Manage preferences via your browser or our cookie consent tool. Disabling cookies may affect site functionality.
8. Third-Party Links
Our website or communications may include third-party links. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Review their policies before sharing data.
9. Children’s Privacy
Our Services are not directed to individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If discovered, such data will be deleted immediately, per NDPA and GDPR Article 8.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy to reflect legal or operational changes. Updates will be posted on www.mdperspective.com.ng or communicated via info@mdperspective.com.ng. For EU residents, significant changes will be notified per GDPR Article 13.
11. Contact Us
For questions, complaints, or to exercise your rights, contact our Data Protection Officer:
Aboru Office
Blk 4, Pipeline Road, Off Akinola Road,
Aboru, Lagos, Nigeria
Phone: +234 818 471 0636, +234 905 846 2274
Email: info@mdperspective.com.ng
Website: www.mdperspective.com.ng
You may also lodge complaints with the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) or, for EU residents, your local Supervisory Authority (e.g., ICO for UK residents).