Terms and Conditions

These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) set out the rules for using PitchGist (“we,” “our,” “us”) and apply to your access to pitchgist.ng (the “Site”), including all related content and services (the “Services”). By continuing to browse or use the Site, you confirm that you accept these Terms, as well as our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy. If you do not agree, you should stop using the Services.

1) Eligibility

Access to the Services is limited to users aged 13 and above. If you have not reached the age of legal majority in Nigeria, you must have approval from a parent or guardian.

2) Nature of Content

PitchGist provides football news, opinions, analysis, and predictions with a focus on Nigerian audiences while also covering global competitions. All materials are published for general information and entertainment. They should not be interpreted as legal, financial, or betting advice. Any reliance on predictions or analysis is at your own discretion and risk.

3) Intellectual Property Rights

All text, visuals, branding, and other materials available on the Site belong to PitchGist or its content partners and are protected by applicable intellectual property laws. You are permitted to access and read content for personal use only.

You may share direct links to our pages with proper credit. However, copying, reproducing, redistributing, scraping, or commercially exploiting any content without prior written permission is not allowed. Use of our trademarks, logos, or design elements is also restricted.

4) Platform Features

Currently, the Site does not offer user accounts or interactive features such as commenting. If these features are introduced later, they will be governed by these Terms and any future updates.

5) User-Generated Content

If we enable content submissions in the future, you will retain ownership of what you submit. However, by submitting content, you grant us a worldwide, royalty-free right to use, display, and distribute it in connection with operating the Site. Submissions must not violate any laws or infringe on the rights of others. We reserve the right to review or remove content when necessary.

6) External Links and Partnerships

The Site may include links to third-party platforms, tools, or services. We do not control or take responsibility for their content or practices. Any engagement with third parties is governed by their own policies. We may receive compensation through affiliate partnerships, but this does not affect our editorial independence.

7) Data Protection and Cookies

Your use of the Site is also subject to our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, which explain how your information is collected and used. Where required under Nigerian law, we will request your consent for specific data processing activities.

8) Reporting Copyright Issues

If you believe any material on the Site violates your copyright, please send us:

• A description of the original work
• The exact location (URL) of the content in question
• Your contact information
• A statement confirming your good-faith belief that the use is unauthorized
• A declaration confirming the accuracy of your claim and your authority to act

Please send all notices to:
Email: [email protected]

We will review valid claims and may remove or restrict access to the relevant material in accordance with applicable laws.

9) Acceptable Use

You agree not to misuse the Site. This includes violating laws, attempting to gain unauthorized access, disrupting services, distributing harmful software, or falsely representing your identity or affiliations.

10) Disclaimer of Warranties

The Site and its content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. We make no guarantees regarding accuracy, reliability, or availability. Sports outcomes are inherently uncertain, and we do not guarantee prediction results.

11) Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by Nigerian law, PitchGist and its contributors will not be responsible for indirect or consequential damages, including loss of income, data, or reputation arising from your use of the Site. Our total liability for any claim will not exceed ₦100,000 or the amount you paid us (if any) in the three months before the claim, whichever is higher.

12) Indemnity

You agree to compensate and hold PitchGist harmless from any claims, liabilities, or expenses resulting from your misuse of the Services or breach of these Terms.

13) Updates to These Terms

We may revise these Terms at any time. Updated versions will be posted on this page, and continued use of the Site means you accept the revised Terms. Where required, your consent will be requested.

14) Access Restrictions

We may suspend or terminate access to the Site at our discretion, especially if these Terms are violated or misuse is detected.

15) Applicable Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Any disputes will be handled by courts within Nigeria.

16) Validity of Provisions

If any part of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining sections will remain fully effective.

17) Complete Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, form the full agreement between you and PitchGist regarding use of the Services.

18) Contact Information

PitchGist
142 Ahmadu Bello Way
Abuja
Nigeria

Email (general): [email protected]
Email (legal): [email protected]