Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 01 January 2023
Last Updated: 07 November 2025

1. Introduction

Makurdi Hydropower Project Company Limited (“MHPCL,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect personal information obtained through our website, digital platforms, and business operations in connection with the Makurdi Hydropower Project (Makurdi HPP).

By engaging with us, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to our data practices as described herein.

2. About Us

MHPCL is a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) incorporated under Nigerian law by Interaf Power Development Company Limited (IPDC) and Sinohydro Corporation Limited for the purpose of developing, constructing, and operating the 1,650MW Makurdi Hydropower Project, along with related green energy ventures such as Green Hydrogen and Ammonia Production in Nigeria.

Registered Office:
Makurdi Hydropower Project Company Limited (MHPCL)
9, Bolaji Akinyemi Crescent, Diplomatic Zone, Katampe Extension District, Cadastral Zone B19, Post Code 901101, Abuja, FCT, Nigeria.
Email: info@makurdihydropower.com
Website: makurdihydropower.com

3. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information:

a. Personal Information:

Full name, address, phone number, and email address.
Employment or business details (for contractors, vendors, or partners).
Identification documents where required by law.

b. Technical Information:

IP address, browser type, device information, and usage data when you visit our website or online portals.
Cookies and analytics data for website performance and user experience improvement.

c. Project or Transaction Data:

Correspondence, proposals, and agreements related to project participation or services.
Financial or banking details where necessary for payments or procurement.

4. How We Use Your Information

MHPCL processes personal data for the following purposes:

To manage relationships with project stakeholders, partners, contractors, and regulators.
To communicate updates about the Makurdi Hydropower Project and related energy initiatives.
To process job applications, contracts, or procurement submissions.
To comply with legal, regulatory, and contractual obligations.
To enhance the performance and security of our website and information systems.

5. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data based on one or more of the following lawful grounds:

Your consent.
Performance of a contract or pre-contractual arrangements.
Compliance with a legal obligation.
Legitimate interests pursued by MHPCL in project management and stakeholder engagement.

6. Information Sharing and Disclosure

MHPCL may share your data with:

Our joint venture partners (Interaf Power Development Company Limited and Sinohydro Corporation Limited).
Government agencies and regulatory authorities as required by law.
Professional advisers (legal, financial, or technical).
Service providers and contractors who process data on our behalf under strict confidentiality agreements.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

7. Data Retention

Your data will be retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy or as required by law, after which it will be securely deleted or anonymized.

8. Data Security

We maintain industry-standard administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

9. Your Rights

Under the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA 2023) and applicable international data protection laws, you have the right to:

Request access to your personal data.
Request correction or deletion of your data.
Withdraw consent at any time (where applicable).
Object to processing or request restriction.
Lodge a complaint with the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC).

To exercise these rights, contact us via: info@makurdihydropower.com

10. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and analytics tools to enhance functionality and understand usage patterns. You can adjust your browser settings to reject cookies, but this may affect some site features.

11. International Data Transfers

In some cases, your personal data may be transferred to partners or servers located outside Nigeria. When this occurs, MHPCL ensures that adequate safeguards and data protection agreements are in place.

12. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external sites not operated by MHPCL. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of such sites. We encourage users to review their privacy policies separately.

13. Updates to This Policy

MHPCL may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our operations, laws, or regulatory guidance. Updates will be posted on our website with a revised “Last Updated” date.

14. Contact Us

For questions, complaints, or to exercise your data protection rights, please contact:

Data Protection Officer (DPO)
Makurdi Hydropower Project Company Limited (MHPCL)
Email: info@makurdihydropower.com
Phone: +234-810-000-0145
Address: 9, Bolaji Akinyemi Crescent, Diplomatic Zone, Katampe Extension District, Cadastral Zone B19, Post Code 901101, Abuja, FCT, Nigeria.

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