Commenting and Submission Guidelines

COMMENTING AND SUBMISSION GUIDELINES

The Gazette News Nigeria Limited

Last updated: Monday, 09 June 2025

Welcome to the Commenting and Submission Guidelines of The Gazette News Nigeria Limited, an independent Nigerian media organisation providing insightful news coverage across Nigeria, Africa, and the world. The commenting platform on www.thegazette.com.ng is designed to encourage vibrant, respectful, and informed debate around the issues raised in our reporting. We value this space as a forum for diverse opinions, critical engagement, and civil discourse. The guidelines below explain how to participate, the standards we uphold, and our approach to moderation, privacy, and technical support.

1. Commenting

How to Post a Comment

To post a comment on an article:

1. Log in to your account on www.thegazette.com.ng.

2. Navigate to the article you wish to comment on.

3. Click or tap the comment icon to open the comment section.

4. Write and submit your comment in the text box provided.

Our commenting platform exists to promote meaningful and respectful engagement. To maintain this standard, all comments must comply with The Gazette Nigeria’s civility requirements as outlined here and in Clause 4.2 of our Terms and Conditions.

For a comment to be approved and published, it must:

• Be relevant to the subject of the article

• Reflect civil and respectful discourse

• Comply with all applicable Nigerian laws and regulations

Comments That Are Not Permitted

Comments that will not be allowed include, but are not limited to:

• Content that is illegal under Nigerian or other applicable laws

• Defamatory, racist, sexist, homophobic, or discriminatory remarks

• Personal attacks on other commenters, journalists, or individuals

• Statements that incite hatred, violence, or discrimination

• Impersonation of another person or entity

• Profane, obscene, or violent language

Users are also asked to refrain from posting commercial promotions, sponsorships, petitions, or chain messages.

Civil criticism of our reporting is welcome, provided it is relevant to the specific article being discussed. A full explanation of acceptable commenting behaviour is provided in Clause 4.2 of our Terms and Conditions.

Reporting Inappropriate Comments

If you encounter a comment that appears to violate our guidelines, please use the “Report” button located at the bottom right of the comment. This will notify our editorial team for review.

Once reported, the comment will be assessed by a moderator. It remains visible during the review process. If the comment is found to breach our standards, it will be removed entirely. Users whose comments are removed may submit a revised version that complies with our guidelines. Further details are provided in Clauses 4.4.3 and 4.4.4 of our Terms and Conditions.

Social Account Connection and Comment Visibility

Users may comment without linking their account to Facebook, Google, or Apple. However, comments submitted without a connected social account are subject to manual moderation and may take up to 24 hours or longer to appear once approved.

For faster approval, users are encouraged to connect a social account. If a comment does not appear and you believe it was removed in error, please contact support@thegazette.com.ng.

The Gazette Nigeria Expert

The Gazette Nigeria Expert is an invite-only community of journalists, analysts, and thought leaders with expertise in African and global affairs. Members are identifiable by a special badge on their profiles and contribute to informed and high-quality discussions on the platform.

Upvotes, Links, and Profile Images

Downvotes have been removed to encourage constructive engagement rather than discourage participation. This approach supports a positive discussion culture.

Only URLs from websites approved by our moderation team appear as clickable links. URLs displayed as plain text may not be on the approved list. Requests for review can be sent to support@thegazette.com.ng.

Profile images are clickable only when linked to an official Author profile, such as those belonging to Gazette journalists or contributors.

2. Account Registration, Moderation, and Privacy

Account Registration Requirement

All users must register for a free account before commenting. Registration ensures accountability and confirms acceptance of our Terms and Conditions.

A valid email address is required, but personal contact details are not displayed publicly. Users may choose a display name, provided it does not impersonate another individual. See Clause 4.1 of our Terms and Conditions for details.

Social Account Integration

Connecting your Gazette account to Facebook, Google, or Apple helps promote transparency and accountability. When connected, basic information such as your first name, surname initial, and avatar may be displayed.

Moderation Policy

All comments are moderated to ensure compliance with our standards and to encourage healthy discussion. Comment threads are automatically closed 14 days after an article is published to keep discussions timely and relevant.

Our moderation policies are reviewed regularly, and updates are reflected in our Terms and Conditions.

Privacy and Profile Information

Your contact details are never displayed publicly. Visible information may include:

• Profile image

• First name and surname initial

• Date of registration

Only users with official author profiles will have additional information displayed.

3. Technical Support

Account Registration

To register for an account:

1. Visit www.thegazette.com.ng/login.

2. Click “Create an account.”

3. Follow the prompts to enter your email address and create a password.

The process takes only a few minutes.

Connecting Social Accounts

Desktop Users
Existing users should log in, click their profile image, select “Get Connected,” and link a Facebook, Google, or Apple account. New users may sign up directly using a social account.

Mobile Users
Log in via the menu icon, access your profile, and select “Get Connected” to link a social account. New users may also register directly through social login.

Email Notifications

You will receive email notifications when:

• Your comment is approved and published

• Another user replies to your comment

To unsubscribe, use the link in the email footer or disable notifications in your profile settings.

4. Others

Reporting Errors

The Gazette News Nigeria is committed to accuracy. Readers who notice factual errors should report them via email to editorial@thegazette.com.ng rather than posting corrections in the comment section. Verified corrections will be reflected within the article itself.

Further Enquiries

For additional information, please consult our Terms and Conditions or contact us directly.

Support Email: support@thegazette.com.ng
Phone: +2348035086178

Corporate Information

The Gazette News Nigeria Limited
Headquarters: Abuja, Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria
Operating Office: 2 K24 Udi Hill Close, Karewa GRA, Jimeta-Yola, Adamawa State, Nigeria
Website: www.thegazette.com.ng