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The Nigerian Fashion Industry (NFI) has experienced tremendous growth since professional and focused practitioners entered and began to make their mark more than two decades ago.

Trademarks are important identifiers made up of words or design components that represent the origin, ownership, and development of products or services.

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.

Over the past few years, the Nigerian creative sector has witnessed several moments of genius, instances that were neither staged nor planned, but born of perfect timing.

Afundamental function of the government is to promote the prosperity of its people by implementing policies and programs that facilitate economic growth and development.

Franchising is becoming more popular globally and with more franchises getting established in Nigeria, it is important that franchisors adequately protect the underlying rights that give value...

In Nigeria's technological landscape, the National Office for Technology Acquisition and Promotion (the "NOTAP") is the primary government agency responsible for overseeing technology transfer activities in the country.

The flourishing digital landscape prompts a constant evolution of creative expression. Original works inspire remixes, reinterpretations, and new iterations.

IP Finance (Intellectual Property Finance) is the concept of treating intellectual property assets such as patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, and design rights as economic and financial assets...

Registering and protecting foreign IPR in Nigeria is a necessity for any non-Nigerian business that desires to take a slice of the almost 200 Million strong import-dependent domestic market...

The following laws are the relevant pieces of trade mark legislation in Nigeria

Intellectual property (IP) refers to creations of the mind, such as inventions; literary and artistic works; designs; and symbols, names, and images used in commerce.

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

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.

In Nigeria, the startup scene is vibrant and dynamic, creating ripples across the business landscape. These innovative companies are driven by their problem-solving ingenuity...

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.

The protection of intellectual property, especially trademarks, is crucial in today's global economy. Many businesses seek to expand their reach beyond borders, and securing trademark protection across multiple jurisdictions becomes critical.