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Updates On Standard Organisation Of Nigeria’s (Son) Recent Activities And Other Developments
The SON has announced the voluntary withdrawal of Bureau Veritas services from the Standards Organisation of Nigeria Conformity Assessment Programme (SONCAP) Scheme as an Independent Accredited Firm. The SON has advised all stakeholders and importers that all product certificate issued by the Bureau Veritas prior to its withdrawal of services shall remain valid until its expiry date.
Nigeria IP
SA
S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.
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Beyond Policy: Will The National Intellectual Property Policy And Strategy 2025 Deliver Strong Intellectual Property Protection In Nigeria
The pace of innovation has never been faster. Every day, Nigerian entrepreneurs launch new digital platforms, software developers build artificial intelligence-powered solutions, musicians, writers and filmmakers create content for a global audience, and startups leverage emerging technologies to solve local problems.
Nigeria IP
Compos Mentis Legal Practitioners
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Exploring The Potential Of Pan-African Trade Mark Registration System: Streamlining Brand Protection Across The Continent
The fragmentation of intellectual property (IP) systems across African countries has long posed a barrier to innovation and cross-border investment, affecting both local entrepreneurs and foreign investors. Businesses expanding into the African market often face significant challenges due to inconsistent IP laws and enforcement mechanisms, making it difficult to effectively protect ideas, brands, and inventions across multiple jurisdictions.
Nigeria IP
JE
Jackson, Etti & Edu
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Exporting Talent, Importing Value: Monetising Sports IP In Africa, The Role Of Law In Unlocking Africa’s Sports Economy
Africa produces world-class athletes who generate billions in global sports revenue, yet the continent captures only a fraction of that value. This article examines the legal and structural frameworks necessary to protect African sports intellectual property, exploring how global brands have monetized African talent while athletes themselves lack robust IP structures, and outlining actionable strategies to ensure wealth generated by African talent is properly structured, protected, and retained.
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Alliance Law Firm
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Trademark Registration In Nigeria: The Complete Guide To Brand Protection
Trademark registration in Nigeria involves navigating a complex legal framework governed by the Trademarks Act and administered by the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade, and Investment. Understanding the procedural requirements, filing routes, and opposition mechanisms is essential for businesses seeking to establish exclusive rights to their brand identity and protect their market position in an increasingly competitive global marketplace.
Nigeria IP
Adeola Oyinlade & Co
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