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Introduction: The doctrine of fair use (also known as fair dealings in some jurisdiction) is one that permits the limited use of an intellectual property without first acquiring permission from the holder of the right to such property. It promotes freedom of expression by permitting the un-licensed use of some copyright protected works. Fair use…

Introduction: The enforcement of intellectual property rights particularly Patent Rights in Nigeria involves various judicial and administrative mechanisms. Patent enforcement is simply enforcing one’s right in a patent or an invention. It generally constitutes a lawsuit filed by the patentee against parties who infringes on his right to the patent. One cannot fully talk about…

TRADEMARK CLASSIFICATION IN NIGERIA Trademark registration is an essential aspect of Intellectual Property protection. It goes to distinguish the product of a registered user to those of others. Trademarks are registered in accordance with the specific type of goods and services it provides, this is known as the Trademark Classification (Trademark Classes). An applicant who…

Introduction: A copyright is an exclusive right given to the originator of creative work to reproduce the work and to protect it from commercial exploitation without the authorization of the copyright owner. Musical works created or produced by musicians are largely protected by copyright for a specific period of time. The Copyright Act 2022 (the…

Introduction: Directors play a crucial role in the day-to-day management and operation of any company. The appointment and removal of company directors are critical aspects of corporate governance and the procedure for such appointments and removal are provided for in the Companies and Allied Matters Act 2020 (CAMA). Section 87(1) of the Companies and Allied…

INTRODUCTION The Nigerian Copyright Act listed several materials which are eligible for copyright protection such as original literary, musical and artistic works, cinematography films, sound recordings and broadcast. An owner of work is expected to copyright his materials in order to reap the legal benefits therein such as right to sue for infringement. An applicant…

INTRODUCTION: Nigeria is Africa’s most populous nation with the largest economy in the continent and a fast-growing services sector with an increasing need for consumer goods.  This factor makes trade mark registration important. The laws governing trademark in Nigeria are Trade Marks Act, Cap T 13, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria 2004 (“TMA”) and…

INTRODUCTION A patent is a grant of protection for an invention. It is a government authority or licence conferring a right or title for a set period, especially the sole right to exclude others from making, using, or selling an invention. Patent is an exclusive right granted for an invention, a product or process providing or offering…

INTRODUCTION A registered design gives protection to the shape of the product e.g. lines, colors or any three-dimensional form. The idea is to prevent others from reproducing the external design of the product for industrial use. The owner of a registered design can prevent others from reproducing, importing, illicitly profiting, selling or utilizing for commercial…

Introduction: The world is a global village and Nigeria’s status as the largest economy in Africa and a thriving economy in the world is an attraction to foreign companies seeking to invest in a growing economy. It is generally considered as the socio-economic and commercial hub of Africa and it is also considered a huge…

Introduction: The law as they say is dynamic and this dynamism, over the years has established emergence of various aspects of the law, which includes but not limited to entertainment and media law. The media and entertainment industry has witnessed rapid growth over the last two (2) decades which has brought about technological advancement. This…

INTRODUCTION: Trademarks are protected by Intellectual Property Rights. These rights are generally provided to preserve the creation of the human intellect. The registration of trademarks in Nigeria is governed by the Trademarks Act Cap T13, LFN 2004(The Act). Protection of trademarks and the first to file rule in Nigeria Section 5(1) of the Trademarks Act grants…

Introduction: In Nigeria, the Corporate Affairs Commission is charged with the responsibility of registering companies and upon completion of the registration process, a certificate of incorporation is issued. The law is that once a company has been incorporated, it becomes a distinct entity from its members and is capable of suing and being sued and…

What is Artificial Intelligence? Artificial Intelligence (AI) is basically the simulation of human intelligence processes by machines particularly computer systems. AI systems work by ingesting large amounts of labeled training data, analyzing the data for correlations and patterns, and using these patterns to make predictions about future states.[1] Simpliciter, AI are computer systems infused with…

Introduction: Trade secrets are commercial or technical information peculiar to an entity that is not available to the members of the public and gives the entity a competitive edge. The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) defines trade secrets as “intellectual property (IP) rights on confidential information which may be sold or licensed”.[1] Trade secrets are usually protected…

By Veronica Kiele Introduction: Thinking about conducting business in Nigeria one will also need to take necessary steps in staying compliant with the regulatory bodies. The first thing to be noted is the filing of Annual returns as and when due. All registered entities such as Business names, companies and incorporated trustees are required under…

Introduction: The responsibilities of a company secretary under the Companies and Allied Matters Act (CAMA) 2020 transcend record keeping and clerical duties. Company Secretaries play a critical role in ensuring that businesses adhere to the dynamics of legal and regulatory framework. A company secretary is typically a corporate professional who is responsible for a company’s…