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Intellectual Property And Domain Names: More Than Just A Website Address
Domain names are more than website addresses—they are brand identifiers and business assets that require strategic intellectual property protection. Many entrepreneurs mistakenly believe that registering a domain automatically grants trademark rights, but Nigerian law reveals a more complex relationship between domain registration and brand ownership that can expose businesses to significant legal and commercial risks.
Nigeria IP
Regville
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Inside The New NFF $8.5m Kit And Merch Deal With Adidas: What It Signals For Sports And IP In Africa
The Nigeria Football Federation's landmark partnership with Adidas, worth a guaranteed $8.5 million annually, marks a significant shift in how African sports federations structure commercial deals. Beyond the headline figures lies a sophisticated intellectual property framework built on merchandise royalties, brand protection, and licensing rights that could reshape the commercial landscape of African sport.
Nigeria IP
OA
Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)
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Fake Products In Nigeria: Legal Remedies, Civil Actions, And Brand Protection Strategies
Fake products in Nigeria require swift legal remedies, decisive civil actions, and proactive brand protection strategies to safeguard consumers and businesses. Without urgent intervention, unsuspecting buyers lose hard-earned money and suffer severe physical harm from substandard goods, while brand owners watch illegal syndicates clone their original packaging, steal their revenue, and destroy decades of commercial goodwill overnight.
Nigeria IP
OA
Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)
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Can You Trademark A Colour? What 7-Eleven’s Lawsuit Against Nike Means For Nigerian Brands
When 7-Eleven sued Nike over the Air Max 95 "Big Bubble" sneaker's orange, green, and red stripes, the internet dismissed it as frivolous—but Nigerian law, following a quiet 2022 amendment, now recognizes colour trademarks just like American law does. This case reveals how brands can protect their visual identity through colour combinations, and why proximity to a well-known brand's look carries real legal risk.
Nigeria IP
OA
Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)
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Protecting The Brand Of Nigerian Athletes: Rethinking IP In Sports
The global sports industry generates billions in revenue through broadcasting, sponsorships, and merchandising, with intellectual property rights serving as the invisible currency that determines ownership and profit. As Nigerian athletes command increasing global attention, this analysis examines whether they possess the legal tools and awareness necessary to protect and monetize their personal brands in an industry where image rights, trademarks...
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JE
Jackson, Etti & Edu
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Licensing Of IP Rights In The Entertainment Industry
Intellectual property licensing plays a crucial role in the entertainment industry, governing how creative works are used, distributed, and monetized across various platforms and territories. This publication examines the legal frameworks, contractual considerations, and best practices for licensing IP rights in entertainment contexts. Understanding these licensing mechanisms is essential for content creators, distributors, and rights holders navigating the complex landscape of entertainment law.
Nigeria IP
AP
Advocaat Law Practice
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Nigeria’s National IP Policy 2025: An Analysis Of Key Provisions
The IP Policy marks a significant attempt toward modernising the country’s fragmented IP framework across the scientific, creative, digital, and agricultural sectors, aligning it with global commercial standards. It serves as a strategic roadmap with clear objectives and implementation structures to unlock the full potential of Nigeria’s IP ecosystem, strengthen innovation, attract foreign direct investment, and enhance enforcement mechanisms.
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Inventa
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