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

Nigeria's telecommunications sector is at a critical juncture. With over 170 million active mobile subscriptions and a population exceeding 230 million, there is a growing demand for affordable, innovative...

Nigeria Media & IT

AP

Advocaat Law Practice

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)

Before the enactment of the Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria Act 2022, the applicable law regulating the advertising sector in Nigeria was the Advertising Practitioners...

Nigeria Media & IT

AS

Abdu-Salam Abbas & Co

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

The Advertising Standards Panel, established under the provisions of the Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria ("ARCON") Act, introduced the 2023 Vetting Guidelines...

Nigeria Media & IT

AS

Abdu-Salam Abbas & Co

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

SB

Stren & Blan Partners

Playing Fair: Addressing Ip Infringements During Sporting Events

Nigeria Media & IT

SB

Stren & Blan Partners

The Imperatives Of Digital Corporate Branding In Today's Nigerian Legal Industry

Nigeria Media & IT

SA

S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

Can You Hear Me Now? Addressing The Legal And Regulatory Challenges Of Telecom Service Failures In Nigeria

Nigeria Media & IT

Syntegral Legal Practice

Central Asia IT Ecosystems: A Practical Guide To Astana Hub And IT Park Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan Media & IT

U

Unicase Law Firm

Between The Call And The Drop: Legal And Regulatory Framework For Consumer Protection In Nigeria's Telecom Sector

Nigeria Media & IT

Syntegral Legal Practice

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

Nigeria Media & IT

KN

KPMG Nigeria

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

Kenya Media & IT

GA

Global Advertising Lawyers Alliance (GALA)

When Should Liability Caps Be Applied – Before Or After Set-Off ?

Nigeria Media & IT

BH

Balogun Harold

How To Draft Precise Statements Of Work: Lessons Learned From Real-world Deals

South Africa Media & IT

E

ENS

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

Nigeria Media & IT

Adeola Oyinlade & Co

Setting Aside Arbitral Awards: Strategic Roles Of Legal Counsel And Judiciary In Nigeria

Nigeria Litigation

TT

The Trusted Advisors

A Review Of The Lagos State Tenancy And Recovery Of Premises Bill 2025

Nigeria Real Estate

TT

The Trusted Advisors

Continuing Conversations At Horizon 2.0

Nigeria Commercial

SB

Stren & Blan Partners

Series On Tax Reform Acts 2025 Part 2: Key Tax Incentives Under The Nigeria Tax Act

UU

Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie

Leave To Appeal Landmark Crypto Judgment Granted

South Africa Technology

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ENS

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Broadcasting: Film, TV & Radio

Can You Hear Me Now? Addressing The Legal And Regulatory Challenges Of Telecom Service Failures In Nigeria

This article explores the perspectives of consumers, policymakers, and industry stakeholders, highlighting the challenges and potential solutions in improving Nigeria's telecom sector...

Nigeria Media & IT

Syntegral Legal Practice

OAPI Championing Copyright To Increase Economic Growth

OAPI, in collaboration with the World Intellectual Property Organization and the Government of Cameroon, hosted the joint regional conference in Yaoundé on 28 and 29 July 2025.

South Africa IP

AA

Adams & Adams

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

In recent years, content creation has emerged as one of Nigeria's most dynamic and culturally significant industries.

Nigeria Media & IT

KN

KPMG Nigeria

Artists Highlight Compensation Practices By Collective Management Organisations And Digital Platforms

Kenya Media & IT

AA

Adams & Adams

Large Investments In The Creative Economy

Nigeria Strategy

AA

Adams & Adams

Modernising Uganda's Intellectual Property Laws

AA

Adams & Adams

Rights Of Nigerian Music Artists | Understanding Nigerian Copyright Law

TT

The Trusted Advisors

Film Financing And Investment Strategies In Africa.

Nigeria Media & IT

RB

RBMM Solicitors

Beyond The Screen: "Gangs Of Lagos" Settlement Highlights The Importance Of Cultural Sensitivity In Filmmaking

Nigeria Media & IT

OA

Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

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Social Media

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)

Before the enactment of the Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria Act 2022, the applicable law regulating the advertising sector in Nigeria was the Advertising Practitioners...

Nigeria Media & IT

AS

Abdu-Salam Abbas & Co

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

The Advertising Standards Panel, established under the provisions of the Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria ("ARCON") Act, introduced the 2023 Vetting Guidelines...

Nigeria Media & IT

AS

Abdu-Salam Abbas & Co

The Imperatives Of Digital Corporate Branding In Today's Nigerian Legal Industry

In the past decade, Nigeria's legal industry has witnessed profound changes, not just in the nature of legal work or the regulatory environment, but in how law firms present themselves, interact with clients and compete in a digital age.

Nigeria Media & IT

SA

S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

Can You Hear Me Now? Addressing The Legal And Regulatory Challenges Of Telecom Service Failures In Nigeria

Nigeria Media & IT

Syntegral Legal Practice

Remedies Available To Victims Of Online Defamation And Cyberbullying In Nigeria

Nigeria Criminal

TT

The Trusted Advisors

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

Kenya Media & IT

GA

Global Advertising Lawyers Alliance (GALA)

South African Supreme Court Of Appeal Weighs In On Facebook Posts

South Africa Litigation

E

ENS

Profile Cloning On Social Media: Anatomy Of A Modern Confidence Scam And How To Defend Yourself

South Africa Media & IT

E

ENS

Online Trust & Safety In Nigeria: An Overview

Nigeria Media & IT

BH

Balogun Harold

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Gaming

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

PL

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

LS

Legalstone Solicitors

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

Ghana's gaming industry is experiencing significant growth which presents enormous investment opportunities.

Ghana Media & IT

LS

Legalstone Solicitors

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

Ghana Media & IT

LS

Legalstone Solicitors

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

Nigeria Media & IT

R

Resolution Law Firm

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

South Africa IP

WW

Webber Wentzel

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

Nigeria Media & IT

TT

The Trusted Advisors

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

Nigeria Government

TT

The Trusted Advisors

Regulation Of Lotteries In Nigeria: Review Of The Supreme Court's Decision And Its Implications

Nigeria Media & IT

A

AELEX

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Sport

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

SB

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

WW

Webber Wentzel

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

On 30 July 2025, the Kenyan government unveiled a bold new strategy aimed at tackling alcohol and substance abuse.

Kenya Media & IT

GA

Global Advertising Lawyers Alliance (GALA)

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

Nigeria Media & IT

Adeola Oyinlade & Co

Sports Arbitration & Dispute Resolution In Nigeria

Nigeria Media & IT

TT

The Trusted Advisors

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

Ghana Media & IT

LS

Legalstone Solicitors

Football Contracts: An Overview And Discourse Of Implications Of Long-Term Football Contracts.

Nigeria Media & IT

A

Alliance Law Firm

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

SA

S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

Analysis Of The English FA Rule K, The Nigerian Arbitration And Mediation Act 2023; Making Sports Disputes Resolution Less Of A Headache In Nigeria

Nigeria Litigation

OA

Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

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Latest Videos

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Возможности Для IT | Opportunities For IT (Video)

R

REVERA

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

E

ENS

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

BA

Bentley Attorneys

A Winning Combination (Video)

KI

KISCH IP

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