Terms of Use

Welcome to the Democratic Republic of Yoruba Government Portal ("DRY Portal"). By accessing and using this portal, you agree to be bound by the following Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use this portal.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using the DRY Portal, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to comply with these Terms of Use and all applicable laws and regulations. If you are using this portal on behalf of an organization, you represent that you have the authority to bind that organization to these terms.

2. Purpose of the Portal

The DRY Portal is the official web presence of the Democratic Republic of Yoruba government. It serves as a centralized platform for providing citizens, businesses, and visitors with access to government information, services, news, and resources. The portal is intended for lawful purposes only.

3. Permitted Use

You may use the DRY Portal for the following purposes:

• Accessing official government information and announcements
• Submitting inquiries and service requests to relevant government departments
• Obtaining information about government services, ministries, and agencies
• Accessing business and investment-related information
• Staying informed about developments across the states and local government areas

4. Prohibited Activities

You agree NOT to use the DRY Portal to:

• Upload, transmit, or distribute any content that is unlawful, harmful, threatening, abusive, or otherwise objectionable
• Impersonate any government official or misrepresent your affiliation with any government entity
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any systems, databases, or networks associated with the portal
• Introduce viruses, malware, or any other malicious code that could damage, disrupt, or interfere with portal operations
• Use automated tools, bots, or scrapers to collect data from the portal without prior written authorization
• Interfere with or disrupt the portal's servers, networks, or infrastructure
• Engage in any activity that violates applicable Nigerian laws or international regulations

5. Accuracy of Information

While we strive to ensure that all information on the DRY Portal is accurate, current, and reliable, we make no guarantees regarding the completeness or accuracy of any content. Government information, policies, and procedures may change; always verify critical information through official channels. The DRY government shall not be liable for any decisions made based on portal content.

6. Intellectual Property

All content published on the DRY Portal — including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, audio clips, digital downloads, and software — is the property of the Democratic Republic of Yoruba government or its content suppliers and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from any portal content without explicit prior written consent.

7. External Links

The DRY Portal may contain links to third-party websites, including external government agencies, ministries, and independent organizations. These links are provided for your convenience and information only. The DRY government does not endorse, verify, or assume responsibility for the content, privacy practices, or availability of any linked third-party sites. Accessing external links is at your own risk.

8. Portal Availability

The DRY Portal strives to be accessible 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. However, scheduled maintenance, updates, security patches, or unforeseen technical issues may cause temporary unavailability. We do not guarantee uninterrupted access and reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the portal at any time without prior notice.

9. Privacy and Data

Your use of the DRY Portal is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. Please review our Privacy Policy for details on data practices.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Democratic Republic of Yoruba government and its affiliated agencies, ministries, and personnel shall not be held liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of — or inability to use — the DRY Portal, including but not limited to damages for loss of data, profits, or goodwill, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

11. Governing Law

These Terms of Use shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Any disputes arising from the use of the DRY Portal shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

12. Changes to These Terms

The DRY government reserves the right to modify, update, or replace these Terms of Use at any time without prior notice. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on this page. Your continued use of the portal after any changes constitutes acceptance of the revised terms. We encourage you to review these terms periodically.

13. Contact

If you have questions or concerns about these Terms of Use, please contact us: