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A review of Nigeria's present fiscal and currency control regimes as they relate to commercial and industrial IP rights...

Inadequate power supply has remained a major factor affecting the growth of the Nigerian economy, as constant power supply is required by many indigenous companies...

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has unveiled a comprehensive regulatory framework for Application-to-Person (A2P) messaging services, aimed at establishing a robust, secure, and transparent system for managing international A2P traffic in Nigeria.

In the dynamic landscape of intellectual property (IP) law, licensing plays a pivotal role in enabling businesses to leverage their creations for commercial gain.

A hotel, restaurant, or nightclub just doesn't feel right without some sort of music playing. Music is very integral to set the mood and tone.

In the current global digital economy, businesses enjoy significant competitive advantage from intangible assets such as intellectual property, confidential data and proprietary processes.

In Nigeria, the entertainment industry is one of the most profitable and glamorous industries that draws a lot of investors such as artists, labels, producers, etc.

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Nigeria's music industry has experienced remarkable growth driven by Afrobeats' global rise and digital streaming platforms, but this success has brought significant challenges in music copyright infringement. The unauthorized use of musical compositions and sound recordings has led to legal disputes and financial losses, creating an urgent need for stronger intellectual property rights enforcement. How can Nigeria balance protecting creators' rights while preserving public access to creative works under th

In our previous newsletter, we analyzed the Central Bank of Nigeria ("CBN") categorization of the Fintech licenses into four categories based on CBN circular dated December 9, 2020...

The Nigerian Copyright Commission has issued a stern warning to DJs about unauthorized music use, but a critical question emerges: what happens when music plays in supermarkets, gyms, airports, and hotels where no DJ is present? This analysis examines why Nigeria's copyright enforcement framework must extend beyond nightclub performances to capture the vast commercial music usage occurring daily across retail, hospitality, and public venues that currently operate in a regulatory blind spot.

In our last Newsletter, we highlighted how licensing external tech can help you grow without losing focus on your core business objective. Now, let's flip the script, what if your IP could do the heavy lifting?

This is largely subject to the class of copyright work involved. Generally, copyright owners enjoy the exclusive right to reproduce, commercially distribute copies of the work...

The Nigeria Football Federation's landmark partnership with Adidas, worth a guaranteed $8.5 million annually, marks a significant shift in how African sports federations structure commercial deals. Beyond the headline figures lies a sophisticated intellectual property framework built on merchandise royalties, brand protection, and licensing rights that could reshape the commercial landscape of African sport.

Intellectual property licensing plays a crucial role in the entertainment industry, governing how creative works are used, distributed, and monetized across various platforms and territories. This publication examines the legal frameworks, contractual considerations, and best practices for licensing IP rights in entertainment contexts. Understanding these licensing mechanisms is essential for content creators, distributors, and rights holders navigating the complex landscape of entertainment law.

One of the key success indicators of many businesses around the world, is the ability of the business to grow, expand and remain viable, even after the life of its founder/founders.

The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (the "NUPRC" or the "Commission") has announced the 2025 Oil Licensing Round will commence 1 December 2025.

The FIFA World Cup 2026 soundtrack features global artists like Shakira, Burna Boy, and Davido, but who actually owns the music rights? Behind the unified global album lies a complex web of fragmented intellectual property...