Community Guidelines

Building a safe, welcoming, and vibrant community for all Naija residents

1. Our Community Principles

These core principles guide everything we do in the NaijaBased community. They represent our shared commitment to creating a positive environment for all members.

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Respect for All

Treat every community member with dignity, respect, and kindness regardless of differences

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Community First

Prioritize the well-being of our community over individual interests in all interactions

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Safety & Security

Maintain a safe environment free from harassment, abuse, and harmful content

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Positive Contribution

Add value to conversations and help build a supportive, constructive community

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Authenticity

Be genuine in your interactions and represent yourself truthfully to others

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Accountability

Take responsibility for your words, actions, and their impact on the community

2. Respect & Inclusion Standards

We celebrate the diversity of Naija and are committed to maintaining an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome and valued.

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Civil Discourse

Engage in respectful discussions even when you disagree. Focus on ideas, not individuals.

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No Discrimination

Do not discriminate based on ethnicity, religion, gender, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

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Constructive Feedback

Provide feedback that helps others improve rather than criticism that tears down.

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Active Listening

Listen to understand different perspectives before responding to others' views.

✅ Inclusive Behavior We Encourage

Welcoming new members, using inclusive language, acknowledging different perspectives, celebrating cultural diversity, and helping maintain a positive community atmosphere.

3. Content Standards

To maintain a high-quality community experience, all content shared on NaijaBased must meet these standards.

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Relevant Content

Share content that is relevant to the Naija community and appropriate for the specific section or discussion.

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Appropriate for All Ages

Ensure all content is suitable for community members of all ages (13+).

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Original or Credited Content

Share original content or properly credit sources when sharing others' work.

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Transparent Promotion

Be transparent about business promotions and follow our commercial content guidelines.

🚫 Prohibited Content

Explicit adult content, hate speech, false information, illegal activities, graphic violence, personal attacks, spam, and content that violates others' privacy or intellectual property rights.

4. Safety & Security

Your safety and the security of our community are our top priorities. Follow these guidelines to help us maintain a secure environment.

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Personal Information

Protect your privacy and respect others' privacy. Do not share personal contact information publicly.

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Account Security

Use strong passwords and keep your login credentials secure. Report suspicious activity immediately.

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Safe Interactions

When meeting community members in person, choose public locations and inform someone about your plans.

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Emergency Situations

In case of immediate danger or emergency situations, contact local authorities first.

⚠️ Safety Reminders

Never share financial information, be cautious about too-good-to-be-true offers, verify business legitimacy before transactions, and trust your instincts - if something feels wrong, it probably is.

5. Reporting & Moderation

Help us maintain community standards by reporting content or behavior that violates these guidelines.

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Report Violations

Use the report feature on posts, comments, or profiles that violate our guidelines.

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Quick Response

Our moderation team reviews reports promptly and takes appropriate action.

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Confidential Reporting

Reports are confidential. We protect the identity of community members who report issues.

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Direct Contact

For urgent matters, contact our support team directly at [email protected]

✅ What to Report

Harassment, hate speech, spam, fake accounts, inappropriate content, privacy violations, suspicious behavior, or any activity that makes you feel unsafe or uncomfortable in our community.

6. Enforcement & Consequences

To maintain community standards, we enforce these guidelines consistently and fairly for all members.

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Warning System

Minor violations typically receive warnings with opportunities for correction.

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Temporary Restrictions

Repeated or moderate violations may result in temporary posting restrictions or suspensions.

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Permanent Bans

Severe or repeated violations can lead to permanent account termination.

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Appeal Process

Members can appeal moderation decisions by contacting our support team.

🚫 Zero Tolerance

Immediate permanent bans are applied for illegal activities, credible threats of violence, child exploitation content, and severe harassment. There is no warning for these violations.

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Last Updated: March 22, 2026

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