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The Procedure For The Registration Of Trademarks In Nigeria

A trademark is an intellectual property which may take the form of a logo, word, phrase or symbol, sign, design, etc.

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Mandel Solicitors

Architectural Works And Intellectual Property Laws In Nigeria

Architecture occupies a unique intersection between creative expression and functional design, embodying both artistic innovation and utilitarian purpose.

SA

S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

A Blow For ARIPO Trade Mark Registrations Designating Tanzania

In a recent decision of the Court of Appeal of Tanzania (the country's apex court), the validity and enforceability of a trade mark registration, designating...

AA

Adams & Adams

Protection Of Intellectual Property (IP) Rights In Nigeria

Intellectual Property (IP) rights are pivotal for promoting innovation, creativity, and economic growth. In Nigeria, a nation marked by a burgeoning technology sector and rich cultural heritage, effective protection of IP rights is essential.

Ovie Obobolo & Co.

Steps Toward Curbing Piracy

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Adams & Adams

The Trademark Office Reintroduces Local Attestation Requirement

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Adams & Adams

Liberia To Ratify The Arusha And Kampala Protocols

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Adams & Adams

Annual Fees On Plant Breeders' Rights

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Adams & Adams

General Increase Of Official Fees

South Africa IP

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Adams & Adams

Assignment Of Intellectual Property Rights – Essential Considerations

EM

Esher & Makarios

Nigeria IP Enforcement By Customs And NAFDAC: Protecting Your Brand

OK

O. Kayode & Co.

IP Finance: Leveraging Intellectual Property Assets

OK

O. Kayode & Co.

An Introduction To The Nigerian Patent System

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Highlaw Chambers

Frequently Asked Questions About Patent In Nigeria

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Highlaw Chambers

Nigeria Exits FATF Grey List: Stronger Compliance, Stronger Markets

Nigeria Government

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Templars

Nigeria Sustainability Market Analysis 2025: ESG Trends & Renewable Energy Insights

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Novatia Consulting

Project Finance Comparative Guide

Ethiopia Finance

Mekdes & Associates

Procedure For Setting Up A Trust In Nigeria

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Resolution Law Firm

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

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Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie

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Trade Secrets

When And How To Use Non-solicit And Non-compete Clauses In IT Contracts In South Africa

South African employers and business owners often rely on post‑termination restraints to protect customer relationships, confidential information...

South Africa Employment

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ENS

Assignment Of Intellectual Property Rights – Essential Considerations

Adequate knowledge of the subject of intellectual property, the objectives underlying its protection and available mechanisms for adequate balancing of private rights of owners and the public interests of users have become critical.

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Esher & Makarios

Corporate Data Breaches: Critical Risks, Legal Gaps And Best Practices

The rise of cyber threats and growing dependence on technology has made data security a critical concern in today's digital world. Despite being one of Africa's largest economies1 and a growing digital hub...

Nigeria Privacy

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Templars

The Role Of Non-Disclosure Agreements In Commercial Transactions: Importance And Legal Implications

South Africa Commercial

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Barnard Inc.

The Business Of Ideas: Why Commercial Intellectual Property (IP) Really Matters

South Africa IP

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ENS

Intellectual Property Rights In Genetically Modified Organisms

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G ELIAS

Intellectual Property Disputes And Alternative Dispute Resolution: The Way Forward

GE

G ELIAS

The AI Trade Secret Tug-of-war

South Africa IP

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ENS

Financing Your Startup Through IP Monetization (Tech IP Series 2)

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Tope Adebayo LP

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Copyright

Architectural Works And Intellectual Property Laws In Nigeria

Architecture occupies a unique intersection between creative expression and functional design, embodying both artistic innovation and utilitarian purpose.

SA

S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

Protection Of Intellectual Property (IP) Rights In Nigeria

Intellectual Property (IP) rights are pivotal for promoting innovation, creativity, and economic growth. In Nigeria, a nation marked by a burgeoning technology sector and rich cultural heritage, effective protection of IP rights is essential.

Ovie Obobolo & Co.

Free To Use, Not Free From Rules: A Legal Guide To Open-Source Software For Startups

Open-Source Software ("OSS") is nothing new within the Nigerian tech scene. From household names like Flutterwave to early-stage startups...

Nigeria Technology

TA

Tope Adebayo LP

Liberia To Ratify The Arusha And Kampala Protocols

AA

Adams & Adams

Steps Toward Curbing Piracy

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Adams & Adams

General Increase Of Official Fees

South Africa IP

AA

Adams & Adams

Assignment Of Intellectual Property Rights – Essential Considerations

EM

Esher & Makarios

Recording Rights: Who Owns The Game In Nigerian Football?

Nigeria Media & IT

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Stren & Blan Partners

Protecting Your Ideas: An Entrepreneur's Guide To Trademarks, Copyrights And Patent In Nigeria

TA

Tunde & Adisa

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Patent

The Procedure For The Registration Of Trademarks In Nigeria

A trademark is an intellectual property which may take the form of a logo, word, phrase or symbol, sign, design, etc.

MS

Mandel Solicitors

Architectural Works And Intellectual Property Laws In Nigeria

Architecture occupies a unique intersection between creative expression and functional design, embodying both artistic innovation and utilitarian purpose.

SA

S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

Protection Of Intellectual Property (IP) Rights In Nigeria

Intellectual Property (IP) rights are pivotal for promoting innovation, creativity, and economic growth. In Nigeria, a nation marked by a burgeoning technology sector and rich cultural heritage, effective protection of IP rights is essential.

Ovie Obobolo & Co.

Free To Use, Not Free From Rules: A Legal Guide To Open-Source Software For Startups

Nigeria Technology

TA

Tope Adebayo LP

Annual Fees On Plant Breeders' Rights

AA

Adams & Adams

General Increase Of Official Fees

South Africa IP

AA

Adams & Adams

Assignment Of Intellectual Property Rights – Essential Considerations

EM

Esher & Makarios

Nigeria IP Enforcement By Customs And NAFDAC: Protecting Your Brand

OK

O. Kayode & Co.

IP Finance: Leveraging Intellectual Property Assets

OK

O. Kayode & Co.

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Trademark

The Procedure For The Registration Of Trademarks In Nigeria

A trademark is an intellectual property which may take the form of a logo, word, phrase or symbol, sign, design, etc.

MS

Mandel Solicitors

Architectural Works And Intellectual Property Laws In Nigeria

Architecture occupies a unique intersection between creative expression and functional design, embodying both artistic innovation and utilitarian purpose.

SA

S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

A Blow For ARIPO Trade Mark Registrations Designating Tanzania

In a recent decision of the Court of Appeal of Tanzania (the country's apex court), the validity and enforceability of a trade mark registration, designating...

AA

Adams & Adams

Protection Of Intellectual Property (IP) Rights In Nigeria

Ovie Obobolo & Co.

The Trademark Office Reintroduces Local Attestation Requirement

AA

Adams & Adams

Assignment Of Intellectual Property Rights – Essential Considerations

EM

Esher & Makarios

Nigeria IP Enforcement By Customs And NAFDAC: Protecting Your Brand

OK

O. Kayode & Co.

IP Finance: Leveraging Intellectual Property Assets

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O. Kayode & Co.

Big Cats And Trade Marks

South Africa IP

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ENS

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Latest Videos

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Podcast | OFM | A Trademark Is The Most Valuable Asset That A Business Owns (Video)

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ENS

Lack Of Global Consensus On Rules For The Taxation Of Multinationals And The Risk Of A Global Trade War (Video)

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PwC Nigeria

Brand Bans Don't Change Behaviour But Do Destroy Jobs, Assets (Video)

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KISCH IP

Protect Your Brand – Advice To Start-Ups (Video Content)

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TripleOKLaw

Social Media Images - When Can You Use Them (Video Content)

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Phukubje Pierce Masithela Attorneys

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