Nigeria: Media, Telecoms, IT, Entertainment

Explore the essential strategies for protecting domain names in Nigeria, including legal frameworks, registration processes, and enforcement mechanisms. Learn how businesses can safeguard their online brand identity through proper domain name management and trademark integration.

Nigeria's Federal Ministry of Communications has issued a directive to maintain the current regulatory framework for internet platforms and digital economy matters while inter-agency policy harmonisation is underway.

The landmark case of Cox Communications v. Sony Music Entertainment raises critical questions about the extent of liability internet service providers face when their subscribers...

The Nigerian Communications Commission has issued comprehensive guidance on implementing a Cyber Resilience Framework specifically designed for the Nigerian communications sector. This framework establishes standards and protocols for telecommunications operators and service providers to strengthen their cybersecurity posture and operational resilience against evolving digital threats.

The Federal High Court, Lagos Division, has delivered a significant judgment clarifying the regulatory boundaries between the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) and the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) in relation to digital lending and telecommunications services.

The Irish High Court's landmark 2026 ruling against TikTok has exposed a critical vulnerability in how multinational tech companies handle cross-border data transfers. By establishing that data access location matters more than storage location, this judgment carries profound implications for Nigeria's digital economy and the enforcement powers of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission under the NDPA 2023.

Nigeria’s television industry has grown into a major force within the global entertainment landscape, with increasing investments in reality shows, drama series, movies, talent competitions, game shows, and other original programming that continue to shape culture and drive commercial value.

Nigeria's entertainment industry has evolved into a sophisticated commercial sector, yet high-profile disputes over master recordings, royalty entitlements, and contract terms continue to plague relationships between artists, labels, and managers. This comprehensive legal analysis examines the contractual framework governing Nigeria's creative economy, from recording agreements and publishing deals to endorsement contracts and distribution arrangements, revealing how proper legal structuring can protect sta

Modern sports organizations increasingly rely on data analytics to enhance athlete performance and gain competitive advantages. However, this data-driven approach raises critical questions about how to protect athletes' personal information while maximizing the benefits of performance tracking. The intersection of sports technology and privacy law creates complex challenges that require careful navigation by teams, leagues, and legal professionals.

When Nigerian Breweries used crowd footage from a sponsored event in its advertising campaign, it triggered a landmark data protection ruling. The Lagos High Court determined that identifiable photographs constitute personal data under Nigeria's 2023 Data Protection Act, and that generic venue notices cannot authorize commercial use of attendees' images.

The Federal High Court of Nigeria has, in a landmark judgment delivered on 7 November 2025 in Messilia Motors Limited v. Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (Suit No: FHC/L/CS/1044/2025) resolved a long-standing constitutional conflict between the Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (ARCON) Act and the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended).

When 7-Eleven sued Nike over the Air Max 95 "Big Bubble" sneaker's orange, green, and red stripes, the internet dismissed it as frivolous—but Nigerian law, following a quiet 2022 amendment, now recognizes colour trademarks just like American law does. This case reveals how brands can protect their visual identity through colour combinations, and why proximity to a well-known brand's look carries real legal risk.