Please read these Terms of Use (“Terms”) carefully before using the NFA/NFE websites or services.

By accessing or using our platforms, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

1. Acceptance of Terms

   You must be at least 16 years old to use our website. By using the site, you confirm that you have legal capacity to enter into this agreement.

2. Use of Our Services

   You agree not to: - Use the site for unlawful purposes - Interfere with website operations - Upload harmful software - Impersonate any person or entity - Use automated tools (bots) for voting or form submissions - Misrepresent information in nominations or registrations

3. User Accounts

   You are responsible for: - Maintaining confidentiality of your credentials - All activity under your account

   We may suspend or terminate accounts for violations.

4. Event Participation Rules

   By participating in NFA or NFE activities, you agree to: - Respect event guidelines - Follow nomination and voting rules - Abide by exhibitor, vendor, or sponsorship agreements - Consent to photography and recording during the event

5. Intellectual Property

   Unless otherwise stated: - All content on the website is owned by NFA/NFE - You may not copy, distribute, or modify content without permission

   User-uploaded content remains your property, but you grant us a license to: - Use, display, reproduce, distribute, and promote it across our platforms

   This includes bios, photos, nominee details, and exhibitor materials.

6. Payments & Refunds

   Ticket and vendor fees are processed by third-party payment partners. Refunds follow the specific policy provided at point of sale.

   NFA/NFE is not liable for: - Payment gateway errors - Banking delays

7. Voting Integrity

   We reserve the right to: - Disqualify fraudulent votes - Flag automated or suspicious activity - Adjust or cancel votes where necessary

8. Limitation of Liability

   We are not liable for: - Losses from website downtime - Errors in user-submitted content - Damages due to reliance on nomination/voting outcomes - Misuse of your credentials

   You use the site and attend the events at your own risk.

9. Termination

   We may terminate or restrict your access for: - Policy violations - Fraudulent activity - Security risks

10. Changes to Terms

    We may revise these Terms at any time. Continued use constitutes acceptance.

11. Governing Law

    These Terms are governed by the laws of Nigeria, unless otherwise required.