Effective Date: January 31, 2023

Last Updated: August 14, 2025

The Lagos State Signage and Advertisement Agency (LASAA) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of individuals who visit and interact with our official website lasaa.lg.gov.ng. This policy explains how we collect, use, store, protect, and disclose personal information in compliance with the Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023 (NDPA), the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR), and other applicable laws.

1. Scope

This policy applies to all visitors, advertisers, contractors, and partners who use the LASAA website or provide personal information through any of our online platforms, forms, or digital services.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information:

A. Information You Provide Directly

Name, contact address, phone number, and email address.

Company/organization details (e.g., registration number, business address).

Application forms, permit requests, and supporting documents.

Payment details (processed securely via approved payment gateways).

B. Information Collected Automatically

IP address, browser type, operating system, and device information.

Pages visited, date/time of visit, and referring URLs.

Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 8).

C. Information from Third Parties

Verification details from government databases or authorized agencies.

Information from public records in line with our statutory functions.

3. Purpose of Data Collection

We collect and process personal information for the following purposes:

To process permit and license applications.

To manage advertising and signage records in Lagos State.

To communicate with applicants, stakeholders, and the public.

To verify identity and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

To process payments and issue official receipts.

To improve website performance, security, and user experience.

To comply with legal obligations under Lagos State and Federal laws.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data based on:

Public Interest: Performing our statutory functions as a government agency.

Legal Obligation: Compliance with the NDPA, NDPR, and other applicable laws.

Consent: Where you voluntarily provide information for specific purposes.

Contractual Necessity: Fulfilling obligations arising from service agreements.

5. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law. Certain records may be kept longer for public interest archiving, legal compliance, or historical reference.

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share personal data with:

Other Lagos State Government agencies for lawful administrative purposes.

Authorized service providers involved in website hosting, payment processing, or verification services.

Law enforcement or regulatory bodies as required by law.

We will not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to third parties.

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard personal data, including:

Secure socket layer (SSL) encryption.

Access control and authentication systems.

Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

The LASAA website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze traffic, and remember preferences. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, but this may limit some website features.

9. Your Rights

Under the NDPA and NDPR, you have the right to:

Request access to your personal data.

Request correction or deletion of inaccurate data.

Withdraw consent (where applicable).

Object to processing for specific purposes.

Lodge a complaint with the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC).

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites. LASAA is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of such third-party sites.

11. Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to update this policy from time to time to reflect any changes in our legal, technical, or operational requirements. The updated policy will be posted on our website with the “Last Updated” date.

12. Contact Information

For questions, concerns, or data privacy requests, contact us:

Data Protection Officer (DPO)

Lagos State Signage and Advertisement Agency (LASAA)

Address: Revenue House, Assbifi Road, Alausa, Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria.

Email: info@lasaa.lg.gov.ng

Phone: 0908 801 9303