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It is now established that a registered or unregistered trademark owner can sue for the infringement or passing off of their trademark by another registered trademark...

Trademark registration in Nigeria involves navigating a complex legal framework governed by the Trademarks Act and administered by the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade, and Investment. Understanding the procedural requirements, filing routes, and opposition mechanisms is essential for businesses seeking to establish exclusive rights to their brand identity and protect their market position in an increasingly competitive global marketplace.

Here's the thing—one of the most important aspect of your business is the intellectual property of your startup. Ignore it and pay dearly for it.

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.

The last two decades has witnessed a rise in the use of the internet in general, and social media in particular.

As the world advances, new ventures in the media and internet world are emerging. One of the most recent enterprises that technological and internet evolution has witnessed is social media influence/influencing.

The fashion industry comprises a wide range of activities from the conception of a product to design to manufacture, as well as marketing and selling.

An application software (app) is a program or group of programs designed to help customers perform particular activities.

The vibrant world of entertainment thrives on creativity, innovation, and pushing boundaries.

IP rights have become increasingly relevant in today's innovation-driven economy. They play significant roles in the growth of businesses and constitute a considerable portion...

In the past decade we have been seeing a rise on marketing and sale of products containing Cannabidiol (more commonly referred to as CBD), which is an active compound that derives from the marijuana plant.

The need to attract Foreign Direct Investments (FDI) has encouraged Nigeria, amongst many other countries, to project economic assurances favourable to foreign investors.

Counterfeiting and trademark infringement continue to pose serious challenges to innovation and industry, especially in the 21st century.

This is the final part of the article where we will examine trade secrets. We will also distinguish trademarks, patents and trade secrets.

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) is the regulatory body responsible for ensuring the safety and efficacy of cosmetic products in Nigeria. This article explores labeling...

The food and alcohol industry refers to all companies involved in the processing of raw food materials, packaging, and distribution.

Intellectual property refers to anything created by the human mind, including inventions, musical compositions, literary works, symbols, names, designs, images, and even concepts.