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Copyright Protection Of Creatives In Nigeria

In Nigeria, copyright registration and protection are governed by the Copyright Act Cap C28 Laws of the Federation of Nigeria 2004 (as amended by the Copyright Act, 2022).

Danol Partners

Trademark Conflicts And Class Claims: A Legal Analysis Of The Paystack Vs. Zap Africa Dispute

The recent trademark dispute between Paystack, a prominent Nigerian fintech company, and Zap Africa, a cryptocurrency exchange, has brought Nigeria's intellectual property laws...

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Lexworth Legal Partners

IP And The Commercialisation Of Genomic Tech In Nigeria

The intersection of intellectual property (IP) and genomics is reshaping the landscape of healthcare, biotechnology, and business in Nigeria.

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Inventa

Lawsuit Against Jennifer Lopez For Posting Her Pictures: Copyright Lessons For Celebrities, Creatives And The General Public

Technology has amplified the way content is produced, distributed, and consumed globally. From Instagram reels to YouTube snippets and TikTok trends...

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Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

Empowering Creators: Analysing Nigeria's Collective Management Regulations 2025

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Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

Copyright In The Age Of Artificial Intelligence (AI): Legal Implications And Emerging Issues

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Alliance Law Firm

Athlete Branding And Commercialization: Image Rights In The Nigerian Sports Industry

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S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

Project 1%: WIPO Academy And WIPO Nigeria Office Joint Effort To Bring IP Education To Nigerian Youth

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Adams & Adams

Collective Management Regulation 2025: Analysis Of Salient Provisions Of The Regulation As It Affects Rights Owners And Collective Management Organizations In Nigeria

Adeola Oyinlade & Co

An Evaluation Of The Requirements For Patentability: Novelty, Inventive Step And Industrial Application In Nigeria

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S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

Navigating IP Challenges In An Era Of AI Generated Content

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Famsville Solicitors

Rights Of Nigerian Music Artists | Understanding Nigerian Copyright Law

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The Trusted Advisors

How To Register A Trademark In Nigeria | Step-by-Step Guide For Businesses & Startups

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The Trusted Advisors

Nigeria Becomes Member Of UPOV

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Adams & Adams

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Webinars

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(1st Session) 2025 Global In-House Counsel Survey Report: Unique Insights into the Global In-House Counsel Profession

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In-House Counsel Worldwide

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(2nd Session) 2025 Global In-House Counsel Survey Report: Unique Insights into the Global In-House Counsel Profession

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Digital Assets – Innovation vs Compliance: Emerging Offshore Jurisdictional Trends – How Legal Advisers' Roles Will Change

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IP And The Commercialisation Of Genomic Tech In Nigeria

The intersection of intellectual property (IP) and genomics is reshaping the landscape of healthcare, biotechnology, and business in Nigeria.

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The Impact Of AI On Fashion Design: Intellectual Property Considerations And Challenges In Nigeria.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is changing the fashion industry, offering designers innovative tools to enhance creativity and hasten production.

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Project 1%: WIPO Academy And WIPO Nigeria Office Joint Effort To Bring IP Education To Nigerian Youth

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Intellectual Property Commercialization In The Digital Age: Monetizing Intellectual Property Assets

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Safeguarding Intellectual Property Rights In Nigeria: An Analysis Of The Legal And Institutional Framework

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Copyright Protection Of Creatives In Nigeria

In Nigeria, copyright registration and protection are governed by the Copyright Act Cap C28 Laws of the Federation of Nigeria 2004 (as amended by the Copyright Act, 2022).

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The Impact Of AI On Fashion Design: Intellectual Property Considerations And Challenges In Nigeria.

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Lawsuit Against Jennifer Lopez For Posting Her Pictures: Copyright Lessons For Celebrities, Creatives And The General Public

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Athlete Branding And Commercialization: Image Rights In The Nigerian Sports Industry

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Trademark Conflicts And Class Claims: A Legal Analysis Of The Paystack Vs. Zap Africa Dispute

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Athlete Branding And Commercialization: Image Rights In The Nigerian Sports Industry

Athletes today are no longer defined solely by their performance on the pitch; they have evolved into powerful personal brands that shape advertising narratives and influence consumer behaviour globally.

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Project 1%: WIPO Academy And WIPO Nigeria Office Joint Effort To Bring IP Education To Nigerian Youth

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Intellectual Property Commercialization In The Digital Age: Monetizing Intellectual Property Assets

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Potential Restructure Of Nigeria Trade Mark Registry Announced

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Stren & Blan Partners Quarterly IP Newsletter - March 2025

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Safeguarding Intellectual Property Rights In Nigeria: An Analysis Of The Legal And Institutional Framework

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Restricting Competition Or Protecting Interests? Navigating Non-Compete Agreements In Nigeria

Non-compete agreements, also known as "covenants not to compete" or "contracts in restraint of trade," have always attracted legal scrutiny in many jurisdictions, including Nigeria.

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Intellectual Property Commercialization In The Digital Age: Monetizing Intellectual Property Assets

The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) defines Intellectual Property (IP) as creations of the mind and encompassing various creative outputs from works of art to inventions, computer programs to trademarks and other commercial signs.

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The FCCPC: A Review Of The Scope Of Its Investigation Powers

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Protecting Intellectual Property In Nigeria's Tech Sector: Navigating Legal Framework And Best Practices

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