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Plant Variety Protection And Intellectual Property Bootcamp Hosted In Nigeria

WIPO, in conjunction with the National Agricultural Seeds Council (NASC), National Plant Variety Protection Office (NPVPO) and Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA)...

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Adams & Adams

SBP Quarterly IP Newsletter – Q1 2026

The Nigerian Federal Government in January inaugurated implementation committees to drive the execution of Nigeria's National Intellectual Property Policy and Strategy (NIPPS), marking a shift from policy adoption...

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Stren & Blan Partners

Legal Considerations For Startup Founders In Nigeria

Nigeria's startup landscape has evolved rapidly over the last decade, positioning the country as one of Africa's most dynamic innovation hubs. The rise of fintech, health tech, agri-tech...

Nigeria Commercial

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Sobowale, Medidem & Bello

Nigeria Advances IP Translation Through SPARK Partnership

Nigeria is intensifying efforts to ensure that scientific discoveries do not remain confined to laboratories but instead evolve into products that can improve healthcare outcomes.

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Adams & Adams

IP Diversification: Safeguarding Your Business Assets Through Intellectual Property Protection

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Babalakin & Co.Legal Practitioners

How IP Can Increase SMEs' Contribution To Nigeria's Economy

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Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

A Review Of The National Intellectual Property Policy And Strategy (NIPPS)

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Advocaat Law Practice

Policy Overhaul: FEC Approves Reforms To Catalyse Intellectual Property, Digital Trade, And Service Exports

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Adams & Adams

Nigeria Joins The UPOV PRISMA Online Filing Platform

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Adams & Adams

A Review Of Nigeria's National Intellectual Property Policy & Strategy 2025

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G ELIAS

Spotlight On: Jacqueline Momah

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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

Patenting Artificial Intelligence (AI) Innovations In Nigeria: Navigating Legal Uncertainties In The New Technology Era

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S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

Parallel Importation In Nigeria: Hidden Threats To Brand Integrity And Intellectual Property Rights

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S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

Registration Of Industrial Design In Nigeria

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Aekley Solicitors

New CBN Measures On Diaspora Remittances: What They Mean For Market Participants

Nigeria Finance

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Pavestones Legal

What You Should Know About The New Data Protection Compliance Audit Regime In Nigeria

Nigeria Privacy

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Advocaat Law Practice

Contactless Payments And The Future Of Retail Finance In Nigeria

Nigeria Technology

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Tope Adebayo LP

2025 Oil Licensing Round: What To Know About The New Bid Portal, Fiscal Terms And Contracting Models

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Aluko & Oyebode

Energy And Infrastructure Sector News Update March 2026

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Advocaat Law Practice

The Procedure For The Registration Of Trademarks In Nigeria

A trademark is an intellectual property which may take the form of a logo, word, phrase or symbol, sign, design, etc.

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Mandel Solicitors

Architectural Works And Intellectual Property Laws In Nigeria

Architecture occupies a unique intersection between creative expression and functional design, embodying both artistic innovation and utilitarian purpose.

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S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

Protection Of Intellectual Property (IP) Rights In Nigeria

Intellectual Property (IP) rights are pivotal for promoting innovation, creativity, and economic growth. In Nigeria, a nation marked by a burgeoning technology sector and rich cultural heritage, effective protection of IP rights is essential.

Ovie Obobolo & Co.

Free To Use, Not Free From Rules: A Legal Guide To Open-Source Software For Startups

Open-Source Software ("OSS") is nothing new within the Nigerian tech scene. From household names like Flutterwave to early-stage startups...

Nigeria Technology

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Tope Adebayo LP

Assignment Of Intellectual Property Rights – Essential Considerations

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Esher & Makarios

Nigeria IP Enforcement By Customs And NAFDAC: Protecting Your Brand

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O. Kayode & Co.

IP Finance: Leveraging Intellectual Property Assets

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O. Kayode & Co.

An Introduction To The Nigerian Patent System

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Highlaw Chambers

Frequently Asked Questions About Patent In Nigeria

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Highlaw Chambers

International IP Protection Options For Intellectual Property Owners In Nigeria

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Highlaw Chambers

Protecting Your Ideas: An Entrepreneur's Guide To Trademarks, Copyrights And Patent In Nigeria

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Tunde & Adisa

A Review Of The Judgment Delivered In Citilink Accesscorp Limited vs. MTN Nigeria Communications Limited And The Registrar Of Trademarks, Patent And Designs

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Babalakin & Co.Legal Practitioners

The Foreign Investors' Complete Guide To Starting A Company In Nigeria

Nigeria Commercial

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Charis Legal Practice

Intellectual Property Rights In Genetically Modified Organisms

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G ELIAS

Protecting Your Ideas: An Entrepreneur's Guide To Trademarks, Copyrights And Patent In Nigeria

Intellectual property (IP) refers to creations of the intellect or mind that are exclusively owned by their creators and protected by law against unauthorised use.

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Tunde & Adisa

A Review Of The Judgment Delivered In Citilink Accesscorp Limited vs. MTN Nigeria Communications Limited And The Registrar Of Trademarks, Patent And Designs

On 20th March 2025, Honourable Justice Daniel Osiagor of the Federal High Court, Lagos ordered MTN Nigeria Communications Limited to pay ₦840,000,000.00 in damages to Citilink Accesscorp Limited for infringing on its registered trademark, "WEBPLUS."

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Babalakin & Co.Legal Practitioners

The Foreign Investors' Complete Guide To Starting A Company In Nigeria

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

Nigeria Commercial

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Charis Legal Practice

Intellectual Property Rights In Genetically Modified Organisms

The recent influx of Genetically Modified Organisms ("GMOs") in global agriculture begs serious legal and ethical questions.

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G ELIAS

Intellectual Property Protection Under International Trade Agreements - An African Perspective

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G ELIAS

Intellectual Property & Data Protection: What You Should Know

The convergence of Intellectual Property ("IP") rights with data protection has become a topical issue due to the increased dependence by individuals...

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G ELIAS

How To Protect A Company's Intellectual Property In Nigeria

Intellectual Property is a category of intangible rights protecting commercially valuable products of the human intellect. Intellectual property deals with creative ability.

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The Trusted Advisors

Software Patenting In Nigeria: Patent Protection & Patentability Requirements

Today's fast rate of technological innovation makes software patenting an essential tool for intellectual Property (IP) protection.

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The Trusted Advisors

AI And IP Law: What Is The Nigerian Legal Perspective?

The concept of artificial intelligence (AI) is a global phenomenon that has taken over every aspect of life. AI is the possibility and capability of computer systems to perform human-designed tasks with little or no errors.

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Inventa

IP And The Commercialisation Of Genomic Tech In Nigeria

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Inventa

The Impact Of AI On Fashion Design: Intellectual Property Considerations And Challenges In Nigeria.

Nigeria Technology

Compos Mentis Legal Practitioners

Project 1%: WIPO Academy And WIPO Nigeria Office Joint Effort To Bring IP Education To Nigerian Youth

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Adams & Adams

An Evaluation Of The Requirements For Patentability: Novelty, Inventive Step And Industrial Application In Nigeria

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S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

How To Set Up And Register A Hotel Business In Nigeria

Nigeria Media & IT

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The Trusted Advisors

How To Register A Trademark In Nigeria | Step-by-Step Guide For Businesses & Startups

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The Trusted Advisors

Nigeria Becomes Member Of UPOV

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Adams & Adams

Intellectual Property Commercialization In The Digital Age: Monetizing Intellectual Property Assets

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S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

Safeguarding Intellectual Property Rights In Nigeria: An Analysis Of The Legal And Institutional Framework

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S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

The Legal Challenges Encountered In Protecting Software Applications In Nigeria

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S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

How To Register A Patent In Nigeria

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The Trusted Advisors

The Legal Framework For Technology Transfer In Nigeria

Nigeria Technology

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Candelp

Artificial Intelligence And Patent Law: Navigating Ownership, Innovation, And Protection In The AI Era

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G ELIAS

Intellectual Property Protection In Nigeria's Agricultural Sector

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Pavestones Legal

An Overview Of Technology Transfer Agreements And Its Application In Nigeria

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Candelp

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