Privacy Policy

Last updated: July 2026

Sir Okey Billy Okoye Foundation ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website (sirbillyokoyefoundation.org), submit applications, make enquiries, or otherwise interact with our programmes and services.

Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including when you: • Submit a scholarship, medical support, or other programme application • Contact us through our website or email • Subscribe to our newsletter or updates • Express interest in volunteering or making a donation This information may include your name, email address, phone number, residential or contact address, date of birth, educational or medical details, and any other information relevant to your application or enquiry.

We may also automatically collect certain non-personal information such as your IP address, browser type, device information, and website usage data through cookies and similar technologies to help us improve our site and user experience.

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Process, review, and evaluate applications for our programmes
• Respond to your enquiries and provide relevant support
• Send programme updates, newsletters, or important announcements (you may unsubscribe at any time)
• Improve our website, services, and operations
• Maintain internal records and comply with legal and regulatory obligations

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes. We may share your information with:

• Trusted service providers who assist us with website hosting, email delivery, data storage, or programme administration (under strict confidentiality agreements)
• Professional advisers or auditors when necessary
• Law enforcement, regulatory authorities, or other third parties when required by applicable law, court order, or governmental regulation

We implement reasonable technical and organisational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.

Your Rights

You have the right to: • Access the personal information we hold about you • Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data • Request deletion of your data (subject to legal obligations) • Object to or restrict certain processing of your data • Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@sirbillyokoyefoundation.org. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe.

International Data Transfers

As a Nigeria-based foundation, your data may be processed in Nigeria or other jurisdictions where our service providers operate. We take steps to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The revised version will be posted on our website with an updated “Last updated” date. Your continued use of our website or services after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: Email: info@internationalenergiesacademy.com Phone: (+234) 916 817 4000