Nigerian Industry Standards Awards (NISA).
These Terms and Conditions govern participation in the Nigerian Industry Standards Awards (NISA). By submitting a nomination, voting, or engaging in any award-related activity, all participants agree to comply with the terms outlined below.
1. GENERAL TERMS
1.1 NISA is a prestigious initiative dedicated to recognizing and celebrating excellence, innovation, and outstanding contributions across various industries in Nigeria.
1.2 The awards are open to individuals, businesses, and organizations that meet the eligibility criteria.
1.3 Unlike traditional award ceremonies, NISA adopts a unique approach where awards are presented individually at recipients’ offices or agreed locations, rather than a grand collective event.
1.4 Recipients have full discretion over how they wish to commemorate their recognition, ensuring alignment with their corporate culture and preferences.
1.5 The organizers reserve the right to amend, update, or modify these terms and conditions at any time without prior notice.
2. OFFICE-BASED AWARD PRESENTATION MODEL
The NISA awards are presented at recipients’ offices instead of a large-scale ceremony for the following key reasons:
2.1 Convenience for Recipients; Recipients receive their awards at a time and location that suits them, ensuring minimal disruption to their professional or business operations.
2.2 Cost Efficiency: Eliminating large event expenses allows resources to be directed towards industry development and future recognition programs.
2.3 Enhanced Brand Recognition: Receiving the award in their workplace enables recipients to celebrate with their teams, stakeholders, and clients, strengthening their brand’s industry reputation.
2.4 Personalized Recognition: Each recipient enjoys dedicated recognition, ensuring their achievements stand out rather than being part of a crowded event.
2.5 Flexible Celebration Options: Recipients have complete freedom to organize their award presentation in any format they choose—be it a corporate event, media announcement, private office gathering, or a simple acknowledgment.
2.6 Promoting Organizational Culture: By celebrating the award within their own work environment, recipients foster motivation, team engagement, and a culture of excellence.
3. ELIGIBILITY
3.1 The awards are open to individuals, organizations, and businesses operating within Nigeria.
3.2 Nominees must have demonstrated excellence, innovation, or outstanding contributions in their respective industries.
3.3 Employees, agents, or representatives of the organizing committee, including their immediate family members, are not eligible to participate.
3.4 Nominees must not be involved in any ongoing legal disputes, controversies, or ethical issues that could harm the reputation of the awards.
4. NOMINATIONS
4.1 Nominations must be submitted via the official NISA website or other designated platforms.
4.2 A valid nomination must include:
Full name and contact details of the nominee
A detailed description of the nominee’s achievements
Supporting documents or links (if applicable)
4.3 The organizing committee reserves the right to verify all submitted nominations.
4.4 Nominations must be submitted within the specified period; late entries will not be accepted.
4.5 Self-nominations and third-party nominations are both allowed.
5. JUDGING PROCESS
5.1 An independent panel of industry experts will evaluate the nominees.
5.2 The judging criteria will be based on:
Innovation and creativity
Industry impact
Sustainability and long-term contributions
Ethical and professional standards
5.3 The judges’ decisions are final and not subject to appeal.
5.4 In cases of a tie or unique circumstances, the organizers reserve the right to make the final determination.
6. VOTING PROCESS
6.1 Certain award categories may require public voting, while others will be determined solely by the judging panel.
6.2 Votes must be cast through official NISA voting platforms.
6.3 Any attempt to manipulate votes, including fraudulent activities or bot usage, will result in immediate disqualification.
6.4 The organizers reserve the right to audit and validate votes at any stage.
7. AWARD PRESENTATION AND DELIVERY
7.1 NISA does not host a collective award ceremony; each recipient will receive their award at their office or an agreed-upon location.
7.2 Award recipients will be contacted in advance to schedule a suitable date and time for the presentation.
7.3 Recipients may choose to celebrate their award in any manner they prefer, whether through a corporate event, media announcement, internal gathering, or a simple acknowledgment.
7.4 If a recipient is unable to personally receive the award, an authorized representative must be available to accept it on their behalf.
7.5 The organizers reserve the right to adjust the award delivery schedule as necessary.
8. USE OF NAME, LOGO, AND IMAGE RIGHTS
8.1 By participating, nominees and winners grant NISA the right to use their names, images, and achievements in promotional and marketing activities.
8.2 The organizers may feature nominee and winner profiles on websites, social media, and other media platforms.
8.3 Participants may not use the NISA logo or branding for commercial purposes without prior written consent.
9. DISQUALIFICATION AND WITHDRAWAL
9.1 The organizers reserve the right to disqualify any participant who provides false information, engages in unethical behavior, or violates these terms.
9.2 Nominees may withdraw from the awards by submitting a written request before the final shortlist is announced.
9.3 If a winner is later found to have violated the terms, NISA reserves the right to revoke the award.
10. LIABILITY AND INDEMNITY
10.1 The organizers shall not be held responsible for:
Technical issues affecting nominations or voting
Third-party errors, disruptions, or cyber-related issues
Any personal losses, injuries, or damages incurred during the awards process
10.2 Participants agree to indemnify and hold the organizers harmless from any claims, losses, or damages resulting from their participation.
11. CONFIDENTIALITY AND DATA PROTECTION
11.1 All personal data collected during the awards process will be handled in accordance with applicable Nigerian data protection laws.
11.2 Participants’ information will not be sold or shared with third parties without explicit consent.
12. GOVERNING LAW AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION
12.1 These terms and conditions are governed by the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
12.2 Any disputes arising from participation in the awards shall first be resolved through mediation. If unresolved, the matter will be subject to the jurisdiction of Nigerian courts.
12. GOVERNING LAW AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION
By participating in the Nigerian Industry Standards Awards (NISA), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these terms and conditions.
