1. Introduction

The Local Government Attestation Certificate (LGAC) Portal is an official digital service provided by the Local Government Administration to enable citizens to apply for, track, and obtain attestation certificates online.

The LGAC Portal is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of all users of this platform. This Privacy Policy explains how personal information is collected, used, stored, and protected when citizens use the portal.

This policy complies with the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR) 2019 and other applicable data protection laws in Nigeria.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Identification Information

• Full Name
• Email Address
• Date of Birth
• Phone Number
• Place of Birth
• Home Town
• Father's Full Name
• Mother's Full Name
• Local Government Area (LGA)

National Identity Information

• National Identification Number (NIN)

The NIN is collected solely for identity verification and fraud prevention.

Application Information

• Attestation application details
• Supporting documents uploaded by the applicant
• Application history and status updates

Technical Information

• IP Address
• Browser type
• Device type
• Login activity logs
• System usage data

3. Purpose of Data Collection

The information collected is used solely for the following purposes:

• Identity verification using National Identification Number (NIN)
• Processing Local Government Attestation applications
• Communicating application updates to applicants
• Preventing fraud and duplicate applications
• Maintaining official government records
• Compliance with statutory and regulatory obligations

4. Use of National Identification Number (NIN)

The LGAC Portal collects the National Identification Number (NIN) strictly for identity verification and fraud prevention.

The NIN is used to:

• Confirm applicant identity
• Prevent impersonation and fraudulent applications
• Ensure authenticity of attestation requests

NIN information is not publicly displayed and access is restricted to authorized government officials responsible for application verification.

5. Data Storage and Security

The LGAC Portal implements appropriate technical and administrative safeguards to protect personal information.

Security measures include:

• Secure server infrastructure
• Encrypted HTTPS communications
• Restricted administrative access
• Activity monitoring and logging
• Regular system maintenance and security updates

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

The LGAC Portal does not sell or distribute personal information to third parties.

Information may only be disclosed when:

• Required by law
• Requested by authorized government agencies
• Necessary for identity verification
• Required for official investigations

7. Data Retention

Personal data submitted through the LGAC Portal will be retained only for as long as necessary to process attestation applications, maintain official government records, and comply with legal obligations.

8. User Rights Under NDPR

In accordance with the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR), users of the LGAC Portal have the right to:

• Request access to their personal data
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of data where legally permissible
• Withdraw consent where applicable
• File complaints regarding misuse of personal data

9. Cookies and System Logs

The LGAC Portal may use cookies and system logs to maintain user sessions, improve portal performance, detect unauthorized activity, and analyze system usage.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

The Local Government Administration may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect legal requirements, service improvements, or operational changes.

Users are encouraged to review this page regularly for updates.

11. Contact Information

For questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:

Local Government Administration
LGAC Portal Support
Email: support@akuresouthlga.on.gov.ng
Phone: Official Local Government Contact Line

12. Acceptance of Policy

By using the LGAC Portal, users acknowledge that they have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to the collection and use of their information as described herein.