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Author Guidelines

Authors are invited to make a submission to this journal. All submissions will be assessed by an editor to determine whether they meet the aims and scope of this journal. Those considered to be a good fit will be sent for peer review before determining whether they will be accepted or rejected.

Before making a submission, authors are responsible for obtaining permission to publish any material included with the submission, such as photos, documents and datasets. All authors identified on the submission must consent to be identified as an author. Where appropriate, research should be approved by an appropriate ethics committee in accordance with the legal requirements of the study's country.

An editor may desk reject a submission if it does not meet minimum standards of quality. Before submitting, please ensure that the study design and research argument are structured and articulated properly. The title should be concise and the abstract should be able to stand on its own. This will increase the likelihood of reviewers agreeing to review the paper. When you're satisfied that your submission meets this standard, please follow the checklist below to prepare your submission.

Submission Preparation Checklist

All submissions must meet the following requirements.

  • This submission meets the requirements outlined in the Author Guidelines.
  • This submission has not been previously published, nor is it before another journal for consideration.
  • All references have been checked for accuracy and completeness.
  • All tables and figures have been numbered and labeled.
  • Permission has been obtained to publish all photos, datasets and other material provided with this submission.

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Privacy Statement

Kaduna Journal of Geography (KJG)

The Kaduna Journal of Geography (KJG) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of its authors, reviewers, readers, and visitors. This Privacy Statement explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information in connection with our publishing activities.

1. Information We Collect

When interacting with KJG, we may collect the following information:

  • Personal Information: name, institutional affiliation, email address, and contact details provided during manuscript submission, peer review, or registration.

  • Manuscript and Academic Information: articles, research data, supplementary files, and related metadata submitted to the journal.

  • Website Usage Data: non-identifiable information such as IP addresses, browser type, access times, and pages visited, collected through cookies and analytics tools.

2. How We Use Your Information

The information collected is used strictly for academic publishing purposes, including:

  • Processing and managing manuscript submissions and peer reviews.

  • Communicating with authors, reviewers, and editorial board members.

  • Improving the quality and functionality of our website and publishing services.

  • Indexing, archiving, and disseminating published articles to the global research community.

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

  • Personal information will not be shared with third parties, except where required by law or with your explicit consent.

  • Metadata and published articles may be shared with indexing and abstracting services to increase research visibility.

  • Our website may contain links to third-party services (e.g., indexing databases, DOI registration agencies). We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

4. Data Protection and Security

  • KJG implements reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.

  • Access to personal information is limited to authorized editorial staff and system administrators.

5. Author and Reviewer Rights

In line with applicable data protection laws (including the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation, NDPR):

  • Authors and reviewers have the right to request access, correction, or deletion of their personal data.

  • You may opt out of email notifications or request removal from our records by contacting the editorial office.

6. Retention of Data

Personal data related to manuscript submissions and peer review will be retained as long as necessary for academic and archiving purposes. Published works and related metadata remain permanently accessible as part of the scholarly record.

7. Cookies and Website Analytics

Our website may use cookies to improve user experience and track usage statistics. You may disable cookies in your browser, though some site functions may be limited.

8. Updates to this Privacy Statement

This Privacy Statement may be updated periodically to reflect changes in publishing practices, legal requirements, or technological developments. Updates will be posted on the journal’s website.

9. Contact Information

For questions, concerns, or requests regarding your personal information, please contact:

Editorial Office
Kaduna Journal of Geography (KJG)
editor@kadunajournalofgeography.org