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Innovations created through scientific research and methods are essential intangible assets that have great value to scientists through advanced knowledge and the creation of new products...

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

Athletes today are no longer defined solely by their performance on the pitch; they have evolved into powerful personal brands that shape advertising narratives and influence consumer behaviour globally.

The FIFA World Cup 2026, currently hosted in North America across the United States, Canada and Mexico will generate substantial value from commercial activities including broadcasting rights, sponsorships, merchandising, licensing and digital engagement. These commercial activities are sustained by a network of intellectual property (IP) rights, including trademarks, copyright, patents and image rights.

Some readers of this piece may wonder why Champagne is not produced in Nigeria, Argan oil not manufactured in China or even Tequila not made in the United States of America?

When you hear of Dangote Group, what comes to mind? Companies that have been built over the years, expanded massively in various industries and have now become very successful right?

Some unfortunate or disastrous historic events like slavery, the holocaust, colonialism and the genocide of indigenous people have their roots in one category or race of people claiming superiority over others...

Globally, the fashion industry prevalently runs in four seasons a year: fall, winter, spring and summer.

The relationship of intellectual property (IP) to the profitability of businesses in the present-day competitive business landscape is undeniable.

There are several trademarks squatters in our jurisdiction today and efforts should be made to vacate the squatters.

Are you a foreign investor interested in starting a company in Nigeria? If you are, I congratulate you for encountering this article.

Over the years, Nigeria has witnessed an explosion in startups, one that has not only reshaped the economic landscape but also positioned the country as a leading hub for innovation in Africa.

From Campari to Coca-Cola to Google's PageRank, businesses and corporations have continued to keep their trade secrets, to enhance prospects of their long term, sustainable future through market relevance and profitable business operations.

As at March 2019, Nigeria reportedly had 3.1 million registered companies, business names and incorporated trustees.

Concerted efforts have been made over the years at promoting IP rights in Nigeria with some positive results being achieved.

Countries that adopt this view have either expressly legislated against parallel imports or put in place regulatory regimes that set some limits.