Copyright Policy

1. Ownership of Content

The Nigerian Cancer Society ("NCS", "we", "our") owns and manages the content and materials available on this website and associated digital platforms. This includes:

Text & Publications

Articles, educational materials, reports

Visual Content

Images, graphics, icons, illustrations

Multimedia

Videos, audio recordings, presentations

Brand Elements

Logos, trademarks, design elements

Resources

Downloadable documents, templates

Website Design

Layout, structure, interface design

Legal Protection: All content is protected under Nigerian copyright law, international copyright treaties, and intellectual property regulations.

2. Permitted Use

Allowed Usage (With Attribution)

Personal & Educational Use

Personal study or research
Classroom education
Academic referencing

Community & Awareness

Community education sessions
Sharing cancer awareness materials
Printing resources for local use

Required Attribution Format:


                                    "Source: Nigerian Cancer Society (NCS)" or 

                                    "[Specific Publication Title] © Nigerian Cancer Society"

Proper attribution must be clearly visible and accompany any use of NCS content.

3. Restricted Use

Prohibited Without Written Permission

Commercial Use

Reproducing, redistributing, or republishing NCS content for commercial gain

Modification & Adaptation

Modifying, copying, or adapting materials for publication elsewhere

Brand Usage

Using NCS logos, trademarks, or branding for marketing or promotion

Republishing

Uploading NCS content on other websites, apps, or platforms as original content

Misrepresentation

Using NCS materials in any manner that misrepresents our work or endorsement

Commercial Sale

Selling any NCS-produced documents, images, videos, or resources

Derivative Works

Creating derivative works without approval

Violation of these restrictions may lead to legal action.

4. Use of NCS Logo and Brand

NCS

Registered & Protected Trademarks

The NCS logo, brand name, and design elements are registered trademarks and may not be used without written authorization from the Nigerian Cancer Society.

Permission Required For:

Partnerships and sponsorships

Media publications

Events and campaigns

Co-branded educational materials

Important: Unauthorized use of NCS branding is strictly prohibited and may result in legal action.

5. Third-Party Content

Some materials on the NCS website may originate from third-party contributors, partners, or licensed providers. Such content may carry:

Additional Copyright Notices

Attribution Requirements

Specific Usage Restrictions

User Responsibility: Users must comply with all third-party copyright terms indicated alongside such content.

6. User-Generated Content

If users submit content (such as forms, comments, reviews, photos, or stories):

User Ownership Retained

The user retains ownership of their submission

License Grant to NCS

By submitting, users grant NCS a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, display, publish, or adapt the content for NCS-related purposes

User Responsibility

Users must ensure their submissions do not infringe on any third-party rights

Note: NCS is not obligated to use submitted content.

7. Copyright Infringement and Complaints

NCS takes copyright violations seriously

If you believe your copyrighted work has been used on the NCS website without authorization, please notify us in writing with:

Required Information for Complaints:

1
Your full name and contact information
2
A description of the copyrighted work
3
The exact URL or location of the infringing material
4
Proof of ownership
5
A signed statement that the information provided is accurate

NCS will investigate promptly and take appropriate action, including removal of the material if infringement is confirmed.

Request Copyright Permission

Contact Information

Communications & Legal Affairs Unit

Nigerian Cancer Society

Phone

Address

info@nigeriancancersociety.org

Required Information for Permission Requests:

Purpose of use (personal, educational, commercial, etc.)
Type of content requested (text, images, videos, etc.)
Intended audience and distribution scope
Publishing platform (website, print, social media, etc.)
Whether use is commercial or non-commercial

Approval Process: All permission requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Response times may vary depending on the complexity of the request.

Policy Updates

NCS may update this Copyright Policy from time to time to reflect legal, digital, or organizational changes. Updates take effect immediately upon publication on this page.

Last Updated: February 14, 2026

Intellectual Property Protection