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Skit Maker Carter Efe teamed up with upcoming act Berri Tiga to release the very catchy song "Machala produced by ‘X' as a reference to the Nigerian superstar Wizkid ...

This short article gives a basic insight into what every budding artiste should know about their Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) in music, it is also for anyone interested in the music industry and the technicalities involved.

The field of entertainment law is quite diverse. In Nigeria, there is no specific law or act that governs the entertainment industry. This means that the concept of entertainment law...

In 2019, Ajibola Muyiwa Danladi, popularly known as ‘Danny Young' brought copyright infringement proceedings against Tiwa Savage and her then record label, Mavin Records, on the grounds...

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

The Nigerian music industry is laced with stories of exploitation and conflict between artists and record labels. It has now become expedient for artistes...

The Nigerian music industry has experienced exponential growth, largely fueled by digital technology.

Musical works created or produced by musicians are largely protected by copyright. This basically refers to the exclusive control that is given to the creator of a particular piece of work for a specific amount of time.

Collaborations are an integral part of making music. Rarely would one find a successful song wholly composed, performed, and produced by the same person.

In a judgment delivered on 25 March 2020 in Musical Copyright Society Nigeria (Ltd/Gte) v. Copyright Society of Nigeria (Ltd/Gte) & 2 Ors, the Lagos Division of the Federal High Court held, inter alia, that:

Globally, the digital revolution in the music industry has reshaped how music is created, shared, and enjoyed. This transformation has brought about both opportunities and challenges.

The creative industry in Nigeria has turned what is often considered ‘informal work' into a hub for exporting Nigeria's culture with a revenue of about 4.5 billion dollars Creative performers...

Creativity or innovation extends beyond the frontiers of originality but also embraces the ability to recreate, re-innovate, or reinvent to improve existing concepts, adapt to change, preserve traditions...

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...

The Nigerian music industry is vibrant and diverse, with artists creating music across various styles and genres.

The popularity of Korean cinema, also known as "Hallyuwood," has gained widespread global recognition lately. Its popularity has been steadily growing since the late 1990s...

Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept in the music industry, or in any industry for that matter. In at least the past two (2) years, we have seen AI used to produce songs, generate and modify vocals, and write lyrics.

Copyright is a legal term used to describe the rights that creatives have over their literary, musical or artistic works. It is a type of intellectual property that confers exclusive right on the ...