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This article explores the comprehensive framework of trade dress and get-up protection in Nigeria, examining how visual elements beyond traditional trademarks can secure brand identity. It delves into the legal mechanisms available for protecting the overall appearance and presentation of products in the Nigerian market.

The Nigeria Revenue Service has launched compliance monitoring for large taxpayers under the National E-Invoicing & Electronic Fiscal System, requiring companies with annual turnover of ₦5 Billion and above to complete full system integration by 31 July 2026. Non-compliant entities face immediate enforcement actions, statutory penalties, and potential operational disruptions under applicable tax laws.

Nigeria's entertainment industry has evolved into a sophisticated commercial sector, yet high-profile disputes over master recordings, royalty entitlements, and contract terms continue to plague relationships between artists, labels, and managers. This comprehensive legal analysis examines the contractual framework governing Nigeria's creative economy, from recording agreements and publishing deals to endorsement contracts and distribution arrangements, revealing how proper legal structuring can protect sta