Terms of Service
Rules for using AKEWE Nigeria
Welcome to AKEWE Nigeria! These Terms of Service govern your use of our social networking platform designed specifically for Nigerians. By using our services, you agree to these terms and our commitment to building a safe, inclusive community that celebrates Nigerian culture and connects businesses nationwide.
Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using AKEWE Nigeria, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and all applicable laws and regulations.
Legal Agreement
These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and AKEWE Nigeria Limited, a company incorporated under Nigerian law. If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not use our Services.
Eligibility Requirements
- • Must be at least 13 years old
- • Must provide accurate information
- • Must comply with Nigerian laws
- • Must respect community guidelines
Account Creation
- • One account per person
- • Valid Nigerian contact details
- • Identity verification may be required
- • Responsible for account security
Our Services
AKEWE Nigeria provides a comprehensive social networking platform designed specifically for Nigerians.
Social Features
- • Personal profiles and social connections
- • Posts, photos, and media sharing
- • Real-time messaging and chat
- • Stories and timeline features
- • Events and community groups
- • Gamification and leaderboards
Business Features
- • Business directory and profiles
- • Marketplace and e-commerce
- • Advertising and promotion tools
- • Analytics and insights
- • Payment processing integration
- • API access for developers
Nigerian-Specific Features
- • Location-based services (State, LGA, Street)
- • Multi-language support (English, Yoruba, Igbo, Hausa)
- • Cultural events and celebrations
- • Local business discovery
- • Nigerian payment gateway integration
- • Regulatory compliance tools
Premium Services
- • Enhanced business profiles
- • Advanced analytics and reporting
- • Priority customer support
- • Extended API rate limits
- • Custom branding options
- • Beta feature access
Service Availability
We strive to provide our Services with maximum uptime and reliability. However, we may need to temporarily suspend Services for maintenance, updates, or to address security issues. We will provide advance notice when possible, especially for scheduled maintenance that may affect Nigerian business hours.
Your Responsibilities
As a member of the AKEWE Nigeria community, you have certain responsibilities to maintain a safe and respectful environment.
Account Security
- • Keep your login credentials secure
- • Use strong, unique passwords
- • Enable two-factor authentication
- • Report suspicious account activity
- • Don't share your account with others
Content Standards
- • Post authentic, non-misleading content
- • Respect intellectual property rights
- • Follow community guidelines
- • Report inappropriate content
- • Maintain respectful communication
Legal Compliance
Nigerian Laws
Comply with all applicable Nigerian federal, state, and local laws.
Data Protection
Respect others' privacy and data protection rights under NDPR.
Business Ethics
Conduct business activities with integrity and transparency.
Community Standards
AKEWE Nigeria is committed to fostering a positive, inclusive community that celebrates Nigerian diversity. You agree to:
- • Treat all users with respect and dignity
- • Promote unity across Nigerian ethnic groups
- • Support local businesses and entrepreneurs
- • Share authentic Nigerian experiences
- • Contribute positively to discussions
- • Help maintain a safe online environment
Prohibited Conduct
To maintain a safe and positive environment, certain behaviors and content types are strictly prohibited on our platform.
Harmful Content
- • Harassment, bullying, or threats
- • Hate speech or discrimination
- • Violence or graphic content
- • Self-harm or suicide promotion
- • Adult or sexual content
- • Illegal activities or substances
Fraudulent Activities
- • Fake accounts or identity theft
- • Phishing or financial scams
- • Pyramid schemes or fraud
- • Counterfeit goods or services
- • Money laundering activities
- • Tax evasion or illegal business
Platform Abuse
- • Spam or excessive messaging
- • Automated bots or scripts
- • System manipulation or hacking
- • Data scraping or unauthorized access
- • Circumventing platform features
- • Multiple account creation
Intellectual Property Violations
- • Copyright infringement
- • Trademark violations
- • Unauthorized use of content
- • Reverse engineering attempts
- • Trade secret theft
- • Patent infringement
Nigerian-Specific Prohibitions
In addition to general prohibitions, the following activities are specifically prohibited to comply with Nigerian law and cultural values:
- • Promoting ethnic or religious hatred
- • Defaming traditional rulers or institutions
- • Spreading false information about elections
- • Violating cultural or religious sensitivities
- • Unauthorized foreign exchange activities
- • Promoting illegal imports or exports
- • Circumventing Nigerian financial regulations
- • Promoting activities against national security
Intellectual Property Rights
We respect intellectual property rights and expect our users to do the same. This section outlines our policies regarding content ownership and usage.
Our Intellectual Property
AKEWE Nigeria and its associated trademarks, logos, designs, and technology are owned by AKEWE Nigeria Limited. This includes:
- • Platform design and user interface
- • Software, algorithms, and source code
- • AKEWE brand name, logos, and trademarks
- • Documentation and marketing materials
- • APIs and developer tools
Your Content Rights
You retain ownership of content you create and share on AKEWE Nigeria, including:
- • Posts, photos, videos, and comments
- • Business profiles and descriptions
- • Reviews and recommendations
- • Creative works and original content
- • Business logos and brand materials
License Grant
By posting content on AKEWE Nigeria, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to:
- • Display your content on our platform
- • Distribute content to other users
- • Create backups and ensure availability
- • Moderate content for safety and compliance
- • Analyze content for platform improvements
- • Use content for marketing (with permission)
- • Comply with legal requirements
- • Enable sharing features you choose to use
Note: This license ends when you delete your content or account, except for content that has been shared by others.
Copyright Protection
We take copyright infringement seriously and comply with Nigerian copyright law. If you believe your copyright has been infringed:
Report Copyright Infringement
Send a detailed notice to our designated copyright agent including:
- • Your contact information
- • Description of the copyrighted work
- • Location of the infringing content
- • Statement of good faith belief
- • Statement under penalty of perjury
- • Your physical or electronic signature
Account Termination
Either party may terminate your account under certain circumstances. Here's what you need to know about account termination.
Your Right to Terminate
You can terminate your account at any time by:
- • Using the account deletion feature in settings
- • Contacting our support team
- • Sending a written request to our legal team
Note: Account deletion is permanent and cannot be undone. Some information may be retained for legal compliance.
Data After Termination
After account termination:
- • Your profile and content will be removed
- • Shared content may remain with attribution removed
- • Legal compliance data may be retained
- • Business transaction records preserved
Our Right to Terminate
We may suspend or terminate your account for:
- • Violation of these Terms of Service
- • Prohibited conduct or content
- • Legal or regulatory requirements
- • Security or safety concerns
- • Fraudulent or suspicious activity
- • Extended periods of inactivity
Appeal Process
If your account is terminated, you can:
- • Request a review within 30 days
- • Provide additional information or context
- • Appeal to our internal review board
- • Seek resolution through Nigerian courts
Effect of Termination
Upon termination, your license to use AKEWE Nigeria immediately ends. However, certain provisions of these Terms will survive termination, including intellectual property rights, limitation of liability, indemnification, and dispute resolution clauses. Any outstanding payments or obligations remain due after termination.
Questions About These Terms?
Our legal team is available to help clarify any aspect of our Terms of Service.
These Terms of Service were last updated on August 22, 2025. We may update these terms from time to time, and will notify you of any material changes.
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