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Music Licensing In Films: Avoiding Copyright Liability In Soundtracks And Background Scores

Music is central to storytelling in film, it sets the mood, defines characters, and anchors cultural moments. Yet behind every soundtrack lies a complex legal framework...

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Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

IP Diversification: Safeguarding Your Business Assets Through Intellectual Property Protection

Intellectual property (IP) rights are often described as intangible assets, referring to their non-physical yet valuable nature. In our current society, IP plays a crucial role in shaping a company's identity, strengthening...

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Babalakin & Co.Legal Practitioners

Safeguarding Nollywood Soundtracks: Contractual Ownership, Digital Enforcement, And The Path To Secure Rights In The Streaming Era

Nollywood, Nigeria's film industry, stands as one of the world's most prolific and culturally influential film sectors, producing thousands of films annually while contributing significantly to national economic growth.

Osuntuyi & Tokan-Lawal Law

IP Enforcement By Customs And NAFDAC: Protecting Intellectual Property Rights In Nigeria

The enforcement of intellectual property (IP) rights in Nigeria increasingly relies on administrative and regulatory mechanisms operating alongside traditional civil remedies.

Adeola Oyinlade & Co

Nigeria Moves From IP Policy Design To Full‑Scale Implementation

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Adams & Adams

Streaming Platforms And Royalty Distribution In Nigeria: The New Frontier Of Copyright Enforcement

Osuntuyi & Tokan-Lawal Law

Copyright Ownership Of AI-Generated Work

Rouk & Co.

How IP Can Increase SMEs' Contribution To Nigeria's Economy

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Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

A Review Of The National Intellectual Property Policy And Strategy (NIPPS)

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Advocaat Law Practice

When AI Stole The Mic: Originality, Ownership, And The Battle For Music Profits – A Legal Perspective

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Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

Updates On Nigerian Copyright Commission's (NCCs) Recent Activities And Other Developments In The Copyright Industry

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S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

When Stories Go To The Screen: Intellectual Property And Contractual Considerations For Creatives

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Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

Protecting Your Content Through Copyright – All You Need To Know

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Firmus Advisory

Understanding How To Prosecute A Copyright Infringement Claim In Nigeria: A Review Of The Supreme Court's Judgment In Ubom V. Globacom (Nig.) Ltd. (2025) 6 NWLR (Pt. 1985) 157

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Abdu-Salaam Abbas & Co.

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Webinars

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2026 Canadian In-House Counsel Report: Unparalleled Insights into Canada's In-House Profession from CBA In-House Lawyers

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CBA In-House Lawyers

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Unlocking IP Department Superpowers: From challenge to opportunity - Success Stories and Best Practices from IP Leaders

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Dennemeyer S.A.

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From IPMS to Ecosystem: How APIs & Agentic AI transforms Intellectual Property work

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Dennemeyer S.A.

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Digital Assets – Innovation vs Compliance: Emerging Offshore Jurisdictional Trends – How Legal Advisers' Roles Will Change

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Walkers

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IP Diversification: Safeguarding Your Business Assets Through Intellectual Property Protection

Intellectual property (IP) rights are often described as intangible assets, referring to their non-physical yet valuable nature. In our current society, IP plays a crucial role in shaping a company's identity, strengthening...

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Babalakin & Co.Legal Practitioners

6 Normal Business Practices That Are Actually Illegal (And Could Cost You Everything)

Most business owners do not wake up intending to break the law.

Nigeria Commercial

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Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

IP Enforcement By Customs And NAFDAC: Protecting Intellectual Property Rights In Nigeria

The enforcement of intellectual property (IP) rights in Nigeria increasingly relies on administrative and regulatory mechanisms operating alongside traditional civil remedies.

Adeola Oyinlade & Co

How IP Can Increase SMEs' Contribution To Nigeria's Economy

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Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

A Review Of The National Intellectual Property Policy And Strategy (NIPPS)

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Advocaat Law Practice

Does A Trademark Registration Grant You Immunity From A Trademark Infringement Or Passing Off Lawsuits? Key Lessons From Dike Geo Motors Ltd. V. Allied Signal Inc. (2024) 10 NWLR (Pt. 1946) 201

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Abdu-Salaam Abbas & Co.

Trademark Framework In Nigeria: Registration, Infringement, And Enforcement Measures

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Rosewood Legal

Bridging The Gap Between Trademark And Consumer Protection

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Inventa

Reclaiming The Face Behind The Photograph: The Shift In The Nigeria's Legal Landscape On Image Rights

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G ELIAS

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Trade Secrets

Nigeria Moves From IP Policy Design To Full‑Scale Implementation

Nigeria has begun the full rollout of its National Intellectual Property Policy & Strategy (NIPPS), marking a shift from years of policy development to operational implementation.

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Adams & Adams

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

Intellectual Property Rights In Genetically Modified Organisms

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G ELIAS

Intellectual Property Disputes And Alternative Dispute Resolution: The Way Forward

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G ELIAS

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

Restricting Competition Or Protecting Interests? Navigating Non-Compete Agreements In Nigeria

Nigeria Anti-trust

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SimmonsCooper Partners

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Licensing & Syndication

Music Licensing In Films: Avoiding Copyright Liability In Soundtracks And Background Scores

Music is central to storytelling in film, it sets the mood, defines characters, and anchors cultural moments. Yet behind every soundtrack lies a complex legal framework...

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Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

Nigeria 2025 Licensing Round: What Investors Need To Know

In November 2025, the Nigerian Upstream Regulatory Commission (the "NUPRC") announced the commencement of the 2025 Licensing Round from December 1, 2025 (the "Licensing Round").

Nigeria Commercial

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G ELIAS

2025 Nigeria Licensing Round: Opportunities For Oil And Gas Investors

The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (the "NUPRC" or the "Commission") has announced the 2025 Oil Licensing Round will commence 1 December 2025.

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Templars

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

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Tope Adebayo LP

Scale Smarter, Not Harder: Leveraging IP Licensing For Startup Growth (Tech IP Series 1)

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Tope Adebayo LP

NCC Releases Licencing Framework For International Application To Person (A2p) Messaging In Nigeria.

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S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

An Overview Of Technology Transfer Agreements And Its Application In Nigeria

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Candelp

Navigating Entertainment Contracts In Nigeria: Due Diligence Considerations Explained

Nigeria Media & IT

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The Trusted Advisors

Legal Guide For Mastering Licensing And Royalties In Nigeria's Entertainment Industry.

Nigeria Media & IT

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The Trusted Advisors

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Patent

IP Diversification: Safeguarding Your Business Assets Through Intellectual Property Protection

Intellectual property (IP) rights are often described as intangible assets, referring to their non-physical yet valuable nature. In our current society, IP plays a crucial role in shaping a company's identity, strengthening...

BC

Babalakin & Co.Legal Practitioners

How IP Can Increase SMEs' Contribution To Nigeria's Economy

Over 90 percent of businesses in Nigeria are small and medium-scale enterprises (SMEs). These businesses contribute approximately 48 percent of Nigeria's gross domestic product and 84 percent of national employment.

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Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

A Review Of The National Intellectual Property Policy And Strategy (NIPPS)

Imagine a master sculptor in the heart of Lagos who pours his/her soul into creating a distinctive piece, only to have it later replicated, distributed, and commercially exploited without his/her permission.

AP

Advocaat Law Practice

Policy Overhaul: FEC Approves Reforms To Catalyse Intellectual Property, Digital Trade, And Service Exports

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Adams & Adams

Nigeria Joins The UPOV PRISMA Online Filing Platform

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Adams & Adams

A Review Of Nigeria's National Intellectual Property Policy & Strategy 2025

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G ELIAS

Spotlight On: Jacqueline Momah

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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

Patenting Artificial Intelligence (AI) Innovations In Nigeria: Navigating Legal Uncertainties In The New Technology Era

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S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

Parallel Importation In Nigeria: Hidden Threats To Brand Integrity And Intellectual Property Rights

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S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

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