Effective Date: February 2025
Last Updated: February 2025

1. Introduction

The Nigeria Tennis Federation (NTF) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of personal data collected from our members, players, stakeholders, and website visitors. As part of our commitment to data protection and privacy, we adhere to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other relevant data protection laws.

This GDPR Compliance Policy outlines how NTF Tennis collects, processes, stores, and protects personal data, as well as the rights of individuals concerning their personal data.

2. Scope

This policy applies to:

  • All personal data collected through our website, membership portal, events, and communications.
  • NTF members, players, stakeholders, sponsors, and website users.
  • Data processing activities performed by NTF, including data shared with third-party service providers.

3. Data Collection & Processing

3.1 What Personal Data We Collect

NTF Tennis may collect the following types of personal data:

  • Identity Information: Name, date of birth, nationality, gender.
  • Contact Information: Email address, phone number, residential address.
  • Membership & Player Information: Player rankings, performance history, membership ID.
  • Payment Information: Transaction details for membership fees, event registrations, and sponsorships.
  • Website Usage Data: IP addresses, cookies, and analytics data.

3.2 How We Use Personal Data

We collect and process personal data for the following purposes:

  • Managing membership registrations, renewals, and subscriptions.
  • Organizing tournaments, events, and player rankings.
  • Providing customer support and responding to inquiries.
  • Improving website functionality and user experience.
  • Ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory obligations.

3.3 Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data

We process personal data under the following legal grounds:

  • Consent: When individuals explicitly agree to data processing (e.g., newsletters).
  • Contractual Obligation: When data is necessary for membership or event participation.
  • Legitimate Interest: For operational, security, and service improvement purposes.
  • Legal Compliance: When required by law or regulatory authorities.

4. Data Storage & Security

NTF Tennis implements strict security measures to protect personal data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. We:

  • Store personal data on secure servers with encrypted access.
  • Restrict data access to authorized personnel only.
  • Use firewalls, encryption, and multi-factor authentication for security.

Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill its intended purpose, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes.

5. Data Sharing & Third-Party Processors

We do not sell or rent personal data. However, we may share personal data with:

  • Service providers: IT systems, payment processors, event organizers.
  • Regulatory bodies & sports federations: For rankings, compliance, and governance.
  • Sponsors & partners: Limited data for promotional or event purposes (with consent).

All third-party processors are required to comply with GDPR and maintain data security.

6. User Rights Under GDPR

Individuals have the following rights regarding their personal data:

  • Right to Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold.
  • Right to Rectification: Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Right to Erasure (Right to be Forgotten): Request deletion of personal data when no longer necessary.
  • Right to Restrict Processing: Request temporary restriction of data processing.
  • Right to Data Portability: Request transfer of data to another service provider.
  • Right to Object: Object to data processing for marketing or other purposes.
  • Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw previously given consent at any time.

Requests regarding data rights can be made by contacting us at [Insert Contact Email].

7. Cookies & Website Tracking

Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience and analyze traffic. Users can manage cookie preferences through their browser settings.

8. Data Breach Notification

In the event of a data breach, NTF Tennis will:

  • Notify affected individuals if there is a high risk to their rights and freedoms.
  • Report the breach to the appropriate data protection authority within 72 hours, if required.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on our website with an updated effective date.

10. Contact Information

For questions, concerns, or GDPR-related requests, please contact:

📩 Email:
📍 Address:Abuja Stadium Comlex
📞 Phone:

This policy ensures that NTF Tennis upholds the highest standards of data protection and transparency while fostering a secure and trustworthy environment for all stakeholders.