Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

The University of Innovation, Science and Technology, Omuma (UISTO) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard the information you provide when using our website and digital services, including our application and student portals.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

• Personal Identity Information: Name, date of birth, gender, and marital status.
• Contact Information: Email address, phone number, residential address, State of Origin, and Local Government Area.
• Academic & Professional Records: Educational qualifications, employment history, research publications, and referee details.
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, and interaction data collected through cookies to improve user experience.

3. How We Use Your Information

Your personal data is collected and used strictly for the following purposes:

• To process academic applications, job recruitments, and student registrations.
• To communicate with you regarding your application status, university updates, or administrative matters.
• To comply with statutory educational, legal, and operational reporting requirements in Nigeria.
• To improve the security and functionality of the UISTO digital ecosystem.

4. Data Protection & Security

UISTO implements robust security measures to prevent unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction of your personal data. Your sensitive information is transmitted via secure encrypted channels. However, please note that no internet transmission can be entirely guaranteed to be 100% secure.

5. Data Sharing & Third Parties

The university does not sell or rent your personal data to third parties. We may only share your information with authorized third-party service providers (such as ICT partners or payment gateways) strictly for processing university-related transactions, or when compelled by law enforcement agencies in Nigeria.

6. Your Privacy Rights

Under the relevant Data Protection laws, you have the right to:

• Request access to the personal data we hold about you.
• Request corrections to any inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Object to the processing of your data under specific conditions.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact the UISTO Data Protection clearing desk at:
Email: privacy@uisto.edu.ng
Address: The University of Innovation, Science and Technology, Omuma, Imo State, Nigeria.

Last Updated: April 2026