PRIVACY POLICY
- Introduction
EEMS Limited (“EEMS”, “we”, “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting personal data processed in the course of our business. This Privacy Notice explains how we collect, use, disclose, store, and protect personal data when you interact with us through our website, social media platforms, professional engagements, events, and other forms of communication.
This Notice is issued in accordance with the Nigeria Data Protection Act, 2023 (NDPA) and applicable international data protection principles where relevant.
- Who We Are
EEMS Limited is a professional services firm providing Sustainable Development Services, Geomatics & Geospatial Services, Engineering & Project Management Services, and Subsurface evaluation.
Privacy Contact:
Email: privacy@eemslimited.com
- Personal Data We Collect
Depending on your interaction with EEMS, we may collect:
- identification and contact details (e.g., name, organisation, email, phone number);
- correspondence and enquiry information;
- stakeholder engagement information (e.g., meeting attendance, feedback);
- website and technical data (e.g., IP address, browser type, usage logs);
- images, audio, or video recordings where lawful and necessary.
We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal data unless required for a lawful and specific purpose and with appropriate safeguards.
- How We Use Personal Data
We process personal data to:
- respond to enquiries and manage professional relationships;
- deliver services and manage projects;
- conduct stakeholder engagement and consultations;
- comply with legal, regulatory, and contractual obligations;
- operate and improve our website and communications;
- protect EEMS’ legal rights and manage disputes.
- Lawful Basis for Processing
Personal data is processed only where permitted under the NDPA, including:
- your consent (where required);
- performance of a contract or pre-contract steps;
- compliance with legal obligations;
- legitimate business interests, balanced against your rights.
- Sharing of Personal Data
We may share personal data with:
- authorised EEMS employees and associates;
- clients, partners, and subcontractors strictly for project delivery;
- professional advisers and service providers under confidentiality obligations;
- regulators or authorities where required by law.
EEMS does not sell personal data.
- International Data Transfers
Where personal data is transferred outside Nigeria, EEMS ensures appropriate safeguards are in place in accordance with the NDPA and applicable data protection laws.
- Data Retention
Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary for the purposes described above, or as required by law, after which it is securely deleted or anonymised, in accordance with our Retention and Disposition Schedule (RDS).
- Data Subject Rights
Subject to applicable law, you may have the right to:
- request access to your personal data;
- request correction or deletion;
- object to or restrict processing;
- withdraw consent where consent is the lawful basis.
Requests may be sent to the DPO using the contact details above. Identity verification may be required.
- Data Security
EEMS implements reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against loss, misuse, unauthorised access, or disclosure.
- Third-Party Links and Social Media
Our website or social media pages may link to third-party platforms. EEMS is not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties. Information shared publicly on social media may be visible to others.
- Limitation Statement
This Privacy Notice does not create contractual or fiduciary obligations beyond those required by applicable law. Nothing in this Notice limits rights that cannot be excluded under the NDPA or other mandatory laws.
- Updates to This Notice
EEMS may update this Privacy Notice from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website.
