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The Photographer, The Subject, And The Law: Who Owns The Rights To Randomly Captured Images?

In our visually-driven world, the role of photography has never been more significant. As we engage in our daily business, attend events, or even relax with family and friends.

Syntegral Legal Practice

ChatGPT: A Potential Game - Changer In The Legal Profession

ChatGPT is an artificial intelligence chatbot crafted by OpenAI, a non-profit American artificial intelligence research laboratory, which was launched in November 2022 and is powered by generative...

Nigeria Technology

Syntegral Legal Practice

The Beat vs The Law: Copyright Compliance For Disc Jockeys In Nigeria

The rapid expansion of Nigeria's music industry is not only a cultural milestone but also a strategic asset in the country's economy. As global demand for Nigerian music surges...

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Streamsowers & Kohn

Copyright Injunctions In Nigeria: Emergency Remedies And Their Strategic Use In Litigation

In protecting copyright following an infringement, timing is critical. Without swift legal intervention, infringing content can circulate widely, causing significant and often irreparable harm to the rightful owner.

Osuntuyi & Tokan-Lawal Law

Nigeria Copyright Commission (NCC) Issues New Copyright (Collective Management) Regulations 2025

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S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

Exploring Copyright Protection In The Nigerian Fashion Industry

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S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

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

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Inventa

REVIEW: Ubom v. GlobalCom (Nig.) Ltd (2025) 6 NWLR (Pt. 1985) 157 @ 183

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Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

Nigeria Celebrates World Music Day

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Adams & Adams

Copyright Comparative Guide

Osuntuyi & Tokan-Lawal Law

Impact Of Streaming Services On Music Copyright Laws

GE

G ELIAS

How Nigerian Hotels Can Avoid Copyright Lawsuits Over Music & Broadcasts

BH

Balogun Harold

Nigerian Copyright Commission Confiscates $250 000 Of Pirated Works In Seven Months

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Adams & Adams

Nigerian Copyright Commission And Nigerian Film Industry Join Forces To Fight Digital Piracy

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Adams & Adams

A Discourse Of The Key Provisions Of The Nigerian Tax Reform Acts, 2025.

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Alliance Law Firm

New Online Lending Regulations In Nigeria By FCCPC

Nigeria Consumer

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Balogun Harold

Online Safety & Cybercrimes: Navigating Nigeria's Cybersecurity Compliance And Safety Laws

Nigeria Technology

OA

Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

How To Obtain A Digital Money Lending License In Nigeria

Nigeria Commercial

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Firmus Advisory

Emerging Issues On The Admissibility Of Electronic Evidence In Nigeria: An Examination Of Notable Judicial Authorities

Nigeria Litigation

Compos Mentis Legal Practitioners

Regulatory Update: Designation Of The Nigerian Copyright Commission As A Relevant Organisation Under The Proceeds Of Crime (Recovery And Management) Act 2022

On 7 February 2025, the Nigerian Copyright Commission ("NCC") was designated as a Relevant Organisation under the Proceeds of Crime (Recovery and Management) Act, 2022...

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Tope Adebayo LP

Copyright Protection Of Creatives In Nigeria

In Nigeria, copyright registration and protection are governed by the Copyright Act Cap C28 Laws of the Federation of Nigeria 2004 (as amended by the Copyright Act, 2022).

Danol Partners

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

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is changing the fashion industry, offering designers innovative tools to enhance creativity and hasten production.

Nigeria Technology

Compos Mentis Legal Practitioners

Lawsuit Against Jennifer Lopez For Posting Her Pictures: Copyright Lessons For Celebrities, Creatives And The General Public

Technology has amplified the way content is produced, distributed, and consumed globally. From Instagram reels to YouTube snippets and TikTok trends...

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Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

Empowering Creators: Analysing Nigeria's Collective Management Regulations 2025

OA

Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

Copyright In The Age Of Artificial Intelligence (AI): Legal Implications And Emerging Issues

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Alliance Law Firm

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

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S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

Collective Management Regulation 2025: Analysis Of Salient Provisions Of The Regulation As It Affects Rights Owners And Collective Management Organizations In Nigeria

Adeola Oyinlade & Co

Navigating IP Challenges In An Era Of AI Generated Content

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Famsville Solicitors

Rights Of Nigerian Music Artists | Understanding Nigerian Copyright Law

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The Trusted Advisors

Intellectual Property Commercialization In The Digital Age: Monetizing Intellectual Property Assets

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S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

An Overview Of Collective Management Organisations In Nigeria

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S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

The Concept And Essential Attributes Of A Book Publishing Agreement

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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.

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.

An Overview Of Collective Management Organisations In Nigeria

1.1 Collective Management Organisations commonly referred to as CMOs are organizations formed by rights owners who may apply to the Commission for approval to operate in respect of any one or more categories of copyright works.

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S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

The Concept And Essential Attributes Of A Book Publishing Agreement

A publishing agreement is a legal contract between an author and a publishing company.

SA

S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

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

Over the years, Nigeria has seen a number of successful initiatives to advance intellectual property (IP) rights.

SA

S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

The Legal Challenges Encountered In Protecting Software Applications In Nigeria

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S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

The Legality Of Using Publicly Available Information For Training Artificial Intelligence Models

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has reshaped the way humans interact with technology, promoting advancements in natural language processing, image recognition, and decision-making systems.

Nigeria Technology

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S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

Protecting Creative Works In Nigeria: Copyright Laws And Digital Piracy In Nollywood

Technology advancement has significantly accelerated the recognition of creative works in Nigeria. Individuals gifted with creative talents are opportune to utilize various digital platforms to produce and disseminate their works globally.

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S.P.A. Ajibade & 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...

GE

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

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.

Intellectual Property As Collateral- A Review Of The Stma Act

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Tope Adebayo LP

Legal Essentials For Agri-Tech Startups: Regulatory Compliance, Funding Strategies, And Intellectual Property Protection

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SimmonsCooper Partners

Intellectual Property Considerations In M&A Transactions

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G ELIAS

An Artiste Care Package: Understanding The Essential Terms Of A Record Label Contract

Nigeria Media & IT

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Streamsowers & Kohn

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

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Pavestones Legal

Protecting Intellectual Property In Nigeria's Tech Sector: Navigating Legal Framework And Best Practices

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Famsville Solicitors

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

Nigeria Strategy

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Stren & Blan Partners

Intellectual Property Rights And Startups: Protecting Innovation And Avoiding Pitfalls

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Lexworth Legal Partners

A Peep Into The Challenges Barring The Growth Of Digital Music In Nigeria

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Stren & Blan Partners

Understanding Breeders' Rights

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G ELIAS

Available Legal Remedies For Intellectual Property Infringement In Nigeria

Adeola Oyinlade & Co

Intellectual Property In The Blue Economy

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G ELIAS

Intellectual Property Strategies For Startups And Small Businesses In Nigeria

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G ELIAS

Understanding Copyright Infringement In Nigeria's Social Media Landscape

Compos Mentis Legal Practitioners

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