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Why Information Technology (IT) Projects Fail: Identifying The Correct Stakeholders

The success of an IT project relies not only on technical execution but equally on clearly defined responsibilities.

South Africa Media & IT

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ENS

Data Centers In Nigeria: Infrastructure, Regulation, And Its Significant Role In Digital Transformation

As Nigeria experiences rapid growth in the telecommunications sector, the demand for robust data infrastructure has become increasingly critical.

Nigeria Media & IT

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Babalakin & Co.

Recording Rights: Who Owns The Game In Nigerian Football?

In Nigerian football, questions often arise about who owns the right to record or broadcast a match and what laws apply. Broadcast rights refer to the legal authority granted to a league...

Nigeria Media & IT

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Stren & Blan Partners

Nigeria Issues 2024 Online Trust And Safety Compliance Report

In 2022, Nigeria issued the Code of Practice for Interactive Computer Service Platforms and Internet Intermediaries (the "Code"). The Code serves as the primary legal framework for online trust and safety in Nigeria.

Nigeria Media & IT

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Balogun Harold

Digital Marketing In Nigeria: Key Legal And Strategic Considerations For Startups

Nigeria Media & IT

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Tope Adebayo LP

Navigating Nigeria's NASCENT MVNO Landscape: Opportunities, Obstacles, And Pathways To Growth

Nigeria Media & IT

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Advocaat Law Practice

Why Information Technology (IT) Projects Fail: Measuring Service Levels And Invoking Audit Rights

South Africa Media & IT

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ENS

Highlight Of The NCC Draft Guidelines For The Use Of The Lower 6 GHz Band (5925–6425 MHz): Key Provisions And Practical Implications

Nigeria Media & IT

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Aluko & Oyebode

SIM Registration In Nigeria: What Telecom Operators Must Know

Nigeria Media & IT

BC

Babalakin & Co.

Unlocking Nigeria's Digital Future: The NCC's Proposed Spectrum Strategy And Its Implications For Space Service Operators And Broadband Expansion

Nigeria Media & IT

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Streamsowers & Kohn

Why Nigerian Football Needs Responsible Communication Between Stakeholders To Flourish

Nigeria Media & IT

GL

Greenfields Law

Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOS) In Nigeria: Licensing Obligations

Nigeria Media & IT

BC

Babalakin & Co.

Can ICASA Condone The Late Submission Of A Notice To Renew A Broadcasting Licence?

South Africa Media & IT

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ENS

TMT Nuggets Q3 2025

Nigeria Media & IT

AP

Advocaat Law Practice

How Virtual Assets Service Providers (VASPs) Can Obtain Licenses In Nigeria

Nigeria Technology

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Goldsmiths Solicitors

The Nigerian Tax Reform Act 2025 And How It Affects Businesses

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Sobowale, Medidem & Bello

Marriage And Property In Nigeria: What Couples Need To Know About Their Rights

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SimmonsCooper Partners

The Petroleum Industry Act (Amendment) Bill, 2025: Status, Reform Themes, And Stakeholder Implications

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Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie

Regulatory Update: Highlights Of The Guidelines, Letters, Circulars And Notifications Issued In September 2025

Nigeria Finance

AP

Advocaat Law Practice

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Gaming

TMT Nuggets Q3 2025

TMT Nuggets offers a comprehensive overview of the latest developments in the Telecommunications, Media, and Technology (TMT) landscape in Nigeria, Africa, and globally.

Nigeria Media & IT

AP

Advocaat Law Practice

Navigating Nigeria's Gaming Laws: The Start Of A New Chapter

On 22 November 2024, the Supreme Court of Nigeria delivered a significant judgment in Attorney-General of Lagos State & Ors v. Attorney-General of the Federation & Ors (SC/1/2008)...

Nigeria Media & IT

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Pavestones Legal

Ghana's Gaming Industry: How To Launch Sports Betting Business

With the advancements in technology and increased internet accessibility, a lot of gaming companies have sprung up in Ghana, providing, online platforms for easy access and convenience.

Ghana Media & IT

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Legalstone Solicitors

Navigating The Legal Regime To A Casino License In Ghana: A 2025 Guide.

Ghana Media & IT

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Legalstone Solicitors

How To Acquire A Gaming License In Ghana: Requirements And Tips For Success.

Ghana Media & IT

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Legalstone Solicitors

Obtaining A Gambling License In Nigeria: Procedure & Requirements (2025 Guide)

Nigeria Media & IT

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Resolution Law Firm

Protecting IP In South African Esports: A Strategic Approach To Sponsorship

South Africa IP

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Webber Wentzel

Nigeria's $1B Gaming Industry: Investment Opportunities For Chinese Investors

Nigeria Media & IT

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The Trusted Advisors

Why Nigeria Is The Next Frontier For Chinese Investors | FDI In Gaming, Tech & Infrastructure

Nigeria Government

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The Trusted Advisors

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Sport

Recording Rights: Who Owns The Game In Nigerian Football?

In Nigerian football, questions often arise about who owns the right to record or broadcast a match and what laws apply. Broadcast rights refer to the legal authority granted to a league...

Nigeria Media & IT

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Stren & Blan Partners

Strengthening The NPFL: A Proposal For Rules Review, Effective Enforcement And Targeted Enhancement.

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) is the country's most popular league, drawing in devoted fans and generating substantial revenue.

Nigeria Litigation

GL

Greenfields Law

New Horizons For Nigeria League Football: Building Towards The Next FIFA Club World Cup.

Despite the increased revenue, competition prestige, and expansion of the format of the FIFA Club World Cup in 2025, no Nigerian club qualified to occupy the slots allocated to the Confederation of African Football (CAF).

Nigeria Anti-trust

GL

Greenfields Law

Why Nigerian Football Needs Responsible Communication Between Stakeholders To Flourish

Nigeria Media & IT

GL

Greenfields Law

Revitalizing Nigerian Football: The NPFL Board's Transformative Journey.

Nigeria Media & IT

GL

Greenfields Law

TEMS Sector Quarterly Insights (July – September 2025)

Nigeria Media & IT

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Stren & Blan Partners

Liquor Amendment Bill Introduced: Proposed Total Ban On The Advertisement And Promotion Of Liquor

South Africa Healthcare

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Webber Wentzel

Kenya's 2025 Alcohol Policy: A Game-Changer For Advertising And Marketing?

Kenya Media & IT

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Global Advertising Lawyers Alliance (GALA)

Sports Arbitration & Dispute Resolution In Nigeria: What You Need To Know

Nigeria Media & IT

Adeola Oyinlade & Co

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Media & Entertainment Law

Strengthening The NPFL: A Proposal For Rules Review, Effective Enforcement And Targeted Enhancement.

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) is the country's most popular league, drawing in devoted fans and generating substantial revenue.

Nigeria Litigation

GL

Greenfields Law

TEMS Sector Quarterly Insights (July – September 2025)

The July–September 2025 edition of the TEMS Sector Quarterly Insights captures key shifts across Technology, Entertainment, Media, and Sports in Nigeria and Africa.

Nigeria Media & IT

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Stren & Blan Partners

Liquor Amendment Bill Introduced: Proposed Total Ban On The Advertisement And Promotion Of Liquor

On 8 September 2025, the Liquor Amendment Bill (B21-2025) (the Bill) was introduced as a private member's bill by Ms Ntombovuyo Veronica Mente-Nkuna, a member of the EFF, in the National Assembly.

South Africa Healthcare

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Webber Wentzel

Beyond Entertainment: The Economic Promise Of Nigeria's Content Industry

Nigeria Media & IT

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KPMG Nigeria

Kenya's 2025 Alcohol Policy: A Game-Changer For Advertising And Marketing?

Kenya Media & IT

GA

Global Advertising Lawyers Alliance (GALA)

Legal Consequences Of Cyber Bullying In Nigeria

Nigeria Media & IT

TT

The Trusted Advisors

Legal Rights And Remedies Available To Record Labels And Artists

Nigeria Media & IT

TT

The Trusted Advisors

How Nigerian Hotels Can Avoid Copyright Lawsuits Over Music & Broadcasts

BH

Balogun Harold

An Investor's Guide; Ghana's Entertainment Industry

Ghana Media & IT

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B&P ASSOCIATES

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Advertising, Marketing & Branding

Navigating Health Claims On Food Labels In South Africa

Over the past few years, consumer interest in certain "better-for-you" foods has surged. Google search interest in sourdough spiked globally during the COVID pandemic...

South Africa Healthcare

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ENS

Digital Marketing In Nigeria: Key Legal And Strategic Considerations For Startups

In Nigeria's fast-growing digital economy, a single marketing campaign can make or break a startup.

Nigeria Media & IT

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Tope Adebayo LP

Digital Marketing In Nigeria: Key Legal And Strategic Considerations For Startup

In Nigeria's fast-growing digital economy, a single marketing campaign can make or break a startup. What used to require expensive TV spots or billboards...

Nigeria Compliance

TA

Tope Adebayo LP

A Review Of The Judgment Delivered In Citilink Accesscorp Limited vs. MTN Nigeria Communications Limited And The Registrar Of Trademarks, Patent And Designs

BC

Babalakin & Co.

Curbing Vexatious And Abusive Legal Proceedings

South Africa Litigation

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ENS

The Powers Of The Advertising Regulatory Council Of Nigeria To Regulate Social Media Posts: A Review Of The Federal High Court's Decision In Digi Bay Limited & 2 Others -v- Attorney General Of The Federation & Anor (Unreported Suit No. FHC/L/CS/1262/2024, Judgment Delivered On 29 April 2025)

Nigeria Media & IT

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Abdu-Salam Abbas & Co

A Review Of The Advertising Regulatory Council Of Nigeria's (ARCON) 2023 Vetting Guidelines

Nigeria Media & IT

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Abdu-Salam Abbas & Co

Key Lessons For E-Commerce Businesses From The Case Of Chukwunweike Akosa Araka v. Ecart Internet Services Limited & Eat 'N' Go Limited

Nigeria Privacy

TA

Tunde & Adisa

Playing Fair: Addressing Ip Infringements During Sporting Events

Nigeria Media & IT

SB

Stren & Blan Partners

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Latest Videos

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Возможности Для IT | Opportunities For IT (Video)

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REVERA

Webinar | We've Seen The Future – And It Looks Cloudy (Video)

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ENS

Appealing Opinion Video: The Legalities Of Electronic Registered Mail (Video)

BA

Bentley Attorneys

A Winning Combination (Video)

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KISCH IP

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