Last Updated: April 1, 2026

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to the South East Development Commission ("SEDC", "we", "our", or "us") website.

These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of www.sedc.gov.ng and all related websites, portals, services, applications, and digital platforms operated by SEDC (collectively, the "Website").

By accessing or using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these Terms, you should discontinue use of the Website immediately.

2. About SEDC

The South East Development Commission is a statutory body established under the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria to promote economic development, infrastructure improvement, investment, entrepreneurship, and regional growth within the South East geopolitical zone.

The Website serves as an information and engagement platform for stakeholders, citizens, businesses, investors, development partners, and the general public.

3. Permitted Use

You may use the Website for lawful purposes only.

You agree to:

• Access and use the Website in accordance with applicable laws and regulations;
• Provide accurate and truthful information when submitting forms, applications, or enquiries;
• Respect the integrity and security of the Website;
• Use Website content solely for informational and non-misleading purposes.

4. Prohibited Activities

You must not:

• Use the Website for unlawful, fraudulent, or misleading purposes;
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to systems, databases, or accounts;
• Introduce malware, viruses, or other harmful code;
• Interfere with the operation or security of the Website;
• Harvest or collect personal information without authorization;
• Impersonate any individual, organization, or government agency;
• Submit false or misleading applications, documents, or information;
• Use automated tools to scrape or extract data except where expressly permitted.

SEDC reserves the right to restrict or terminate access to users who violate these Terms.

5. Applications, Grants, Competitions, and Programs

The Website may facilitate applications for grants, funding opportunities, competitions, investment programs, training initiatives, or other SEDC programs.

Submission of an application does not guarantee:

• Acceptance into a program;
• Selection for funding;
• Receipt of grants, awards, or investments;
• Any future engagement with SEDC.

All applications remain subject to eligibility requirements, evaluation criteria, available funding, due diligence processes, and applicable program rules.

Additional terms may apply to specific programs and shall take precedence where relevant.

6. User Submissions

By submitting information, documents, proposals, applications, feedback, or other materials through the Website, you represent that:

• You have the legal right to provide such information;
• The information provided is accurate and complete;
• Submission does not violate any third-party rights.

You grant SEDC the right to review, process, store, evaluate, and use submitted materials for legitimate operational, administrative, reporting, and program-related purposes.

Ownership of intellectual property submitted through applications remains with the applicant unless otherwise specified in the applicable program terms.

7. Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise stated, all Website content, including:

• Text
• Graphics
• Logos
• Designs
• Images
• Videos
• Publications
• Reports
• Software
• Website architecture

is owned by or licensed to SEDC and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws.

Users may view, download, and print materials for personal, educational, governmental, or informational purposes, provided such use does not imply endorsement or misrepresent the content.

Commercial reproduction, redistribution, or modification of Website content without prior written permission is prohibited.

8. External Links

The Website may contain links to third-party websites, resources, or services.

SEDC does not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for the content, availability, security, or privacy practices of third-party websites.

Users access external websites at their own risk.

9. Website Availability

SEDC seeks to ensure continuous Website availability but does not guarantee uninterrupted access.

We may:

• Suspend Website operations;
• Restrict access;
• Modify functionality;
• Remove content;
• Conduct maintenance activities;

at any time and without prior notice.

10. Disclaimer

The information provided on the Website is intended for general informational purposes only.

While SEDC strives to ensure information is accurate and up to date, we make no representations or warranties regarding:

• Accuracy;
• Completeness;
• Reliability;
• Availability;
• Suitability for any particular purpose.

Users should not rely solely on Website content when making financial, legal, business, investment, or professional decisions.

Official program guidelines, published notices, and direct communications from SEDC shall prevail in the event of any inconsistency.

11. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, SEDC shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages arising from:

• Use of the Website;
• Inability to access the Website;
• Reliance on Website content;
• Technical failures or interruptions;
• Unauthorized access to information;
• Actions of third parties.

Use of the Website is at the user's own risk.

12. Privacy

Your use of the Website is also governed by the SEDC Privacy Policy, which explains how personal information is collected, used, and protected.

13. Security

Users are responsible for maintaining the security of any credentials used to access restricted sections of the Website.

Users must promptly notify SEDC of any suspected unauthorized access or security breach.

14. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless SEDC, its officers, employees, agents, consultants, and partners from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses arising from:

• Your violation of these Terms;
• Misuse of the Website;
• Submission of false or unlawful information;
• Infringement of third-party rights.

15. Changes to These Terms

SEDC may revise these Terms of Use at any time.

Updated versions will be published on the Website and will become effective immediately upon publication unless otherwise stated.

Continued use of the Website after publication constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

16. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

Any dispute arising from the use of the Website shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the competent courts of Nigeria.

17. Contact Information

For questions regarding these Terms of Use, please contact:

South East Development Commission (SEDC)Head Office: 51B Imoke Street, GRA, Enugu State, NigeriaEmail: info@sedc.gov.ng Phone: +2348160602690Website: www.sedc.gov.ng