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Intellectual Property Protection Under International Trade Agreements - An African Perspective

International trade agreements and policies provide a foundational framework for global commerce, shaping economic relationships among nations and ensuring a fair and predictable global trading environment.

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G ELIAS

Stren & Blan Partners Quarterly IP Newsletter (July-September 2025)

The third quarter of 2025 saw notable developments across Nigeria's intellectual property (IP) and regulatory space.

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Stren & Blan Partners

IP Backed Financing: Leveraging Intellectual Property For Income Generation And As Collateral

Intellectual property (IP) assets such as trademarks, copyrights, or patents form a critical part of a company's overall assets. Categorized as intangible assets, IP assets play a key role in defining a business' competitive advantage, brand value and investment value amongst others.

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Pavestones Legal

IP Ownership 101: A Founder's Guide To Protecting Your Startup's Assets

For most tech startups, the real asset is not a sleek office or shiny gadgets; it is intellectual property (IP). Your code, brand, and ideas are the foundation of value. But if you don't secure ownership, that foundation can collapse overnight.

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Tope Adebayo LP

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

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Tope Adebayo LP

Intellectual Property & Data Protection: What You Should Know

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G ELIAS

How To Protect A Company's Intellectual Property In Nigeria

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The Trusted Advisors

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

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Tunde & Adisa

Software Patenting In Nigeria: Patent Protection & Patentability Requirements

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The Trusted Advisors

AI And IP Law: What Is The Nigerian Legal Perspective?

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Inventa

IP And The Commercialisation Of Genomic Tech In Nigeria

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Inventa

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

Nigeria Technology

Compos Mentis Legal Practitioners

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

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Adams & Adams

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

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S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

The Rule On Inadmissibility Of Documents Marked "Without Prejudice": Extent Of Application And Limitations To The Rule

Nigeria Litigation

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S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

Continuing Conversations At Horizon 2.0

Nigeria Commercial

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Stren & Blan Partners

Nigerian Tax Reforms And The Future Of Free Trade Zones In Nigeria: A Significant Policy Shift.

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KPMG Nigeria

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

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Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie

Shamed For Debt: Analysis Of Available Judicial Redress Against Loan App Harassment And Defamation In The Case Of Mr. Peter Odang Enyigwe V. Fastcredit Limited & 2 Ors.

Nigeria Litigation

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S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

How To Set Up And Register A Hotel Business In Nigeria

The hotel business in Nigeria is very profitable. However, to provide these services, these potential investors have to comply with the laws and regulations applicable in the sector.

Nigeria Media & IT

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The Trusted Advisors

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

How to register a trademark in Nigeria is a hot topic in Nigeria's business scene, and for good reason. For one, it grants businesses exclusive legal rights...

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The Trusted Advisors

Nigeria Becomes Member Of UPOV

On 27 March 2025 the Federal Republic of Nigeria became a member of (UPOV). Nigeria deposited its instrument of accession to the International Convention for the Protection of New Varieties of Plants...

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Adams & Adams

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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S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

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

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S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

The Legal Challenges Encountered In Protecting Software Applications In Nigeria

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S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

How To Register A Patent In Nigeria

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The Trusted Advisors

The Legal Framework For Technology Transfer In Nigeria

Nigeria Technology

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Candelp

Artificial Intelligence And Patent Law: Navigating Ownership, Innovation, And Protection In The AI Era

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G ELIAS

Intellectual Property Protection In Nigeria's Agricultural Sector

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Pavestones Legal

An Overview Of Technology Transfer Agreements And Its Application In Nigeria

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Candelp

Guide On How To Register Patent In Nigeria

Adeola Oyinlade & Co

Intellectual Property Considerations In Cross Border Business Venture

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G ELIAS

Sustainability In Nigerian Fashion: Legal Implications And Intellectual Property Opportunities

Compos Mentis Legal Practitioners

An Overview Of Technology Transfer Agreements And Its Application In Nigeria

Technology is an essential element in today's world due to the ease it provides in almost every aspect of human activity. As a result of its importance, it is continuously evolving in order to provide more effective and suitable solutions to problems.

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Candelp

Guide On How To Register Patent In Nigeria

Patent ownership affords the holder the exclusive right to govern the creation, use, import, and sale of their invention. However, patent eligibility is subject to certain criteria, and not all inventions qualify.

Adeola Oyinlade & Co

Intellectual Property Considerations In Cross Border Business Venture

Cross-border business ventures have become increasingly popular in today's globalized economy as individuals and businesses attempt to gain a competitive edge by collaborating with other businesses...

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G ELIAS

Sustainability In Nigerian Fashion: Legal Implications And Intellectual Property Opportunities

As the global fashion industry increasingly embraces sustainability, Nigeria's fashion sector faces a pressing need to follow suit.

Compos Mentis Legal Practitioners

Intellectual Property As Collateral- A Review Of The Stma Act

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Tope Adebayo LP

IP Labs 2.0 Inspires Green Innovation

The World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) Nigeria Office has partnered with the Japan Patent Office to create two initiatives aimed at promoting sustainable development...

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Adams & Adams

Nigeria's Creative Industry: Monetizing Intellectual Property Rights And The Creative Economy Development Fund (CEDF)

On October 24, 2024, the Federal Executive Council (FEC) approved a transformative initiative for Nigeria's creative sector.

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Pavestones Legal

Regulatory Update: Federal Executive Council Approves Creative Economy Development Fund And IP Monetization Pilot

On 24th October, 2024, the Federal Executive Council approved the Creative Economy Development Fund (CEDF) and the implementation of the Intellectual Property (IP)...

Nigeria Strategy

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Stren & Blan Partners

Intellectual Property Rights And Startups: Protecting Innovation And Avoiding Pitfalls

In today's fast-paced and highly competitive business landscape, startups are often at the forefront of innovation, driving growth with fresh ideas and cutting-edge technologies.

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Lexworth Legal Partners

Understanding Breeders' Rights

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G ELIAS

AI's Legal Frontier: How The Latest Gen AI Breakthroughs Are Revolutionizing R&D And Intellectual Property Management

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Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

Available Legal Remedies For Intellectual Property Infringement In Nigeria

Adeola Oyinlade & Co

Intellectual Property In The Blue Economy

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G ELIAS

Navigating Patents For Sustainable Development: Green Technology And Intellectual Property

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G ELIAS

Intellectual Property Strategies For Startups And Small Businesses In Nigeria

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G ELIAS

Nigerian Startups: Legal Pitfalls To Avoid When Building Your Website/App

Nigeria Technology

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The Trusted Advisors

Legal Considerations: How To Launch A Startup In Nigeria And Attract Investors (A Comprehensive Guide)

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The Trusted Advisors

Exploring Financing Strategies/Options For Tech Startups In Nigeria

Nigeria Commercial

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Stren & Blan Partners

Workshop On TRIPS

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Adams & Adams

The Protection Of Intellectual Property Rights Through Litigation In Nigeria

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Tope Adebayo LP

Stren & Blan Partners Quarterly IP Newsletter

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Stren & Blan Partners

Copyright Of Derivative Works In Nigeria

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PUNUKA Attorneys & Solicitors

Management Changes At The Nigerian Patents And Designs Registry

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Adams & Adams

Protect Your Intellectual Property Before Infringement Strikes

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Inventa

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