Terms and Conditions for Voice of Stars Nigeria

Last Updated: June 12, 2025

Welcome to Voice of Stars Nigeria ("Voice of Stars," "we," "us," or "our"), a platform dedicated to discovering and promoting undiscovered musical talents in Nigeria through online music competitions. By accessing or using our website (https://www.voiceofstarnigeria.com), you ("User," "you," or "Participant") agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions ("Terms"). If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use the Website or participate in our competitions.

1. Eligibility

1.1. General Eligibility: The Website and competitions are open to individuals who are legal residents of Nigeria, at least 18 years old, or have parental/guardian consent if under 18, at the time of entry.

1.2. Grassroots Talent Focus: Competitions are designed for undiscovered talents who have not signed with a major record label or achieved widespread commercial success, as determined by Voice of Stars Nigeria.

1.3. Exclusions: Employees, contractors, or affiliates of Voice of Stars Nigeria, including their immediate family members, are not eligible to participate in competitions.

2. Use of the Website

2.1. Account Creation: To participate in competitions, you must create an account on the Website, providing accurate and complete information (e.g., name, email, and contact details). You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and all activities under your account.

2.2. Acceptable Use: You agree to use the Website only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You shall not:

• Post or submit content that is unlawful, defamatory, obscene, or infringes on intellectual property rights.
• Engage in any activity that disrupts or interferes with the Website’s functionality (e.g., hacking, spreading malware).
• Impersonate any person or entity or provide false information.

2.3. Account Termination: We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account for any violation of these Terms or for any reason deemed necessary to protect the integrity of the platform.

3. Competition Rules

3.1. Entry Requirements: Participants must submit original music or performances as specified in each competition’s guidelines. Submissions must:

• Be wholly original and not infringe on any third-party intellectual property rights.
• Meet the format, length, and quality requirements outlined in the competition rules.
• Be submitted before the stated deadline.

3.2. Ownership and Licensing: By submitting content to a competition, you grant Voice of Stars Nigeria a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, reproduce, display, distribute, and promote your submission for purposes related to the competition, including marketing and promotional activities, without further compensation unless otherwise agreed. You retain ownership of your submitted content.

3.3. Judging and Prizes: Competitions will be judged based on criteria outlined in the specific competition rules (e.g., creativity, vocal ability, originality); however, our competitions are judged primarily based on viewers' choice, which is determined by votes. Prizes, if any, will be awarded as described, subject to verification of eligibility. Voice of Stars Nigeria is not responsible for lost, delayed, or undelivered prizes.

3.4. Disqualification: We reserve the right to disqualify any participant for submitting plagiarized content, violating competition rules, or engaging in fraudulent or unethical behavior.

4. Intellectual Property

4.1. Website Content: All content on the Website, including text, logos, designs, and software, is owned by or licensed to Voice of Stars Nigeria and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

4.2. User Content: You are solely responsible for ensuring that your submissions do not infringe on third-party rights. Voice of Stars Nigeria is not liable for any intellectual property disputes arising from user content.

5. Limitation of Liability

5.1. No Warranty: The Website and competitions are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, express or implied. We do not guarantee that the Website will be error-free, secure, or uninterrupted.

5.2. Liability Cap: To the fullest extent permitted by law, Voice of Stars Nigeria shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Website or participation in competitions, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, or opportunities.

5.3. Force Majeure: We are not liable for delays or failures in performance due to events beyond our control, such as natural disasters, technical failures, or government regulations.

6. Indemnity

You agree to indemnify and hold Voice of Stars Nigeria, its affiliates, and partners harmless from any claims, losses, or damages arising from your use of the Website, your submissions, or your violation of these Terms or applicable laws.

7. Termination

We may terminate or suspend access to the Website or your participation in competitions at our sole discretion, with or without notice, for any violation of these Terms or for any other reason.

8. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

8.1. Governing Law: These Terms are governed by the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

8.2. Dispute Resolution: Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Website shall be resolved through negotiation. If unresolved, disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Abuja, Nigeria.

9. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to update these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on the Website, and your continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

10. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms, contact us at Voiceofstarsnigeria@gmail.com.

Privacy Policy for Voice of Stars Nigeria

Last Updated: June 12, 2025

Voice of Stars Nigeria ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with the Nigerian Data Protection Regulation (NDPR) and other applicable laws. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you use our website [http://www.voiceofstarnigeria.com] or participate in our music competitions.

1. Information We Collect

1.1. Personal Information: When you create an account, submit competition entries, or contact us, we may collect:

• Name, email address, phone number, and address.
• Date of birth or age (to verify eligibility).
• Social media handles or profiles (if provided).

1.2. Competition Submissions: Audio, video, or images submitted for competitions, which may include your voice, likeness, or creative work.

1.3. Usage Data: Information about your interaction with the Website, such as IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and time spent on the Website.

1.4. Cookies and Tracking: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze Website usage, and deliver personalized content. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

2. How We Use Your Information

• Facilitate account creation and competition participation.
• Communicate with you about competitions, updates, or promotions.
• Promote your submissions on our Website, social media, or other platforms (with your consent, where required).
• Analyze Website usage to improve functionality and user experience.
• Comply with legal obligations or resolve disputes.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

• Your consent (e.g., for account creation or competition submissions).
• Contractual necessity (e.g., to provide access to competitions).
• Legitimate interests (e.g., to improve our services or promote our initiative).
• Legal obligations (e.g., to comply with Nigerian laws).

4. Sharing Your Information

• Service Providers: Third parties who assist with Website hosting, payment processing, or competition management, subject to strict confidentiality agreements.
• Partners and Sponsors: With your consent, we may share your submissions or profile with sponsors or partners for promotional purposes.
• Legal Authorities: If required by law or to protect our rights, safety, or property.
• Public Display: Competition submissions may be publicly displayed on the Website or social media for voting or promotion, as outlined in the competition rules.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no online platform is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. Competition submissions may be retained indefinitely for promotional purposes unless you request deletion (see Section 8).

7. Your Rights

Under the NDPR, you have the right to:

• Access your personal information we hold.
• Request correction of inaccurate information.
• Request deletion of your data (subject to legal or contractual obligations).
• Object to or restrict processing of your data.
• Withdraw consent at any time (where applicable).

To exercise these rights, contact us at voiceofstarsnigeria@gmail.com. We will respond within 3 working days.

8. Withdrawal of Consent for Submissions

You may request the removal of your competition submissions from public display by contacting us at voiceofstarnigeria@gmail.com. We will comply within a reasonable time, provided the submission is not part of an ongoing competition or legal obligation.

9. Third-Party Links

The Website may contain links to third-party websites or services (e.g., social media platforms). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third parties.

10. International Data Transfers

If your data is transferred outside Nigeria (e.g., to cloud servers), we ensure compliance with NDPR requirements, such as using service providers with adequate data protection measures.

11. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under 13. If we learn that a child under 13 has provided personal information without parental consent, we will delete it promptly.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on the Website, and significant changes will be communicated via email or Website notice.

13. Contact Information

For questions or complaints about this Privacy Policy, contact us at voiceofstarsnigeria@gmail.com. You may also lodge a complaint with the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) if you believe your data rights have been violated.