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An Examination Of Related Rights And The Protection Of Performers Under International And Nigerian Law

In the modern creative economy, the production and dissemination of artistic works often involve multiple contributors beyond the original author.

Adeola Oyinlade & Co

Nollywood On The Global Stage: Protecting IP In Nigeria's Booming Creative Economy

Nigeria's film industry, Nollywood, has matured into a global cultural force, producing over 2,500 films annually and capturing international audiences on platforms like Netflix.

Danol Partners

Recording Rights: Who Owns The Game In Nigerian Football?

In Nigerian football, questions often arise about who owns the right to record or broadcast a match and what laws apply. Broadcast rights refer to the legal authority granted to a league...

Nigeria Media & IT

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Stren & Blan Partners

Protecting Creativity: Navigating IP In Nigeria's Creative Economy

The Ministry of Arts, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy is transforming the face of Africa's economy and cultural influence. From the rhythms of Afrobeats to the magic of Nollywood...

OK

O. Kayode & Co.

Can You Hear Me Now? Addressing The Legal And Regulatory Challenges Of Telecom Service Failures In Nigeria

Nigeria Media & IT

Syntegral Legal Practice

Beyond Entertainment: The Economic Promise Of Nigeria's Content Industry

Nigeria Media & IT

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KPMG Nigeria

Large Investments In The Creative Economy

Nigeria Strategy

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Adams & Adams

Rights Of Nigerian Music Artists | Understanding Nigerian Copyright Law

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The Trusted Advisors

Film Financing And Investment Strategies In Africa.

Nigeria Media & IT

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RBMM Solicitors

Beyond The Screen: "Gangs Of Lagos" Settlement Highlights The Importance Of Cultural Sensitivity In Filmmaking

Nigeria Media & IT

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Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

Guide On How To Acquire A Radio/Tv Broadcasting License In Nigeria

Nigeria Media & IT

Adeola Oyinlade & Co

The Impact Of NFCB's Censorship Policies On The Nigerian Film Industry

Nigeria Media & IT

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The Trusted Advisors

The Key To Control For Producers, Content Creators And Filmmakers: Exercising Film Option Rights

Nigeria Media & IT

OA

Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

National Film And Video Censors Board Warns Against The Distribution Of Films Or Videos Without Its Censorship And Classification

Nigeria Media & IT

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Stren & Blan Partners

Nigeria's New Tax Laws: Inherent Errors, Inconsistencies, Gaps And Omissions

KN

KPMG Nigeria

Highlights Of The Guidelines Letters Circulars And Notifications Issued In December 2025

Nigeria Commercial

AP

Advocaat Law Practice

US Introduces Visa Bond For Nigerians

Nigeria Immigration

AP

Advocaat Law Practice

Understanding Personal Income Tax Under The Nigerian Tax Act 2025

Adeola Oyinlade & Co

The Nigeria Tax Reform Act 2025 And How It Affects Businesses

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Sobowale, Medidem & Bello

Who's Copying Who? Navigating Nigeria's Digital Entertainment Boom In Streaming And Copyright Laws

As Nigeria evolves into a digital entertainment powerhouse, the synergy between innovative streaming platforms and regulatory frameworks grows increasingly significant.

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SimmonsCooper Partners

Legal Issues That May Arise During The Production Of A Film Or Television Project

There can be issues of ownership, copyright, and a tendency to give away far too many important pieces of the pie when multiple parties are involved...

Nigeria Media & IT

Creative Legal

An Overview Of The Guiding Laws Regulating The Media And Entertainment Industry In Nigeria.

The field of entertainment law is quite diverse. In Nigeria, there is no specific law or act that governs the entertainment industry. This means that the concept of entertainment law...

Nigeria Media & IT

Compos Mentis Legal Practitioners

From Seoul To Lagos: The Impacts Of K-Drama In Nigeria

The popularity of Korean cinema, also known as "Hallyuwood," has gained widespread global recognition lately. Its popularity has been steadily growing since the late 1990s...

Worldwide Media & IT

OA

Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

Differences Between A Producer And An Executive Producer In The Film Industry

Nigeria Media & IT

OA

Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

An Overview Of The Significant Innovations Introduced By The Copyright Act 2022

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Gbenga Biobaku & Co

Expiration Of Copyright Protection: The Mickey Mouse Example

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Duale Ovia & Alex-Adedipe

Netflix, Amazon Prime And Others Invest In Nigeria

Worldwide International

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Adams & Adams

Securing Creative Assets And Intellectual Property: Legal Measures Against Digital Piracy

Nigeria Media & IT

OA

Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

Implications Of The Copyright Act On The Entertainment And Advertising Industries In Nigeria

BI

Banwo & Ighodalo

Revisiting Nigeria's Legal Framework On Hate Speech And Fake News Post 2023 General Elections

Nigeria Media & IT

SA

S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

International Women's Day: Yaa Asantewaa Revived. In Conversation With Playwright JOT Agyeman

Nigeria Media & IT

SA

Songhai Advisory LLP

Film And Video Work Censorship And Classification In Nigeria

Nigeria Media & IT

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Marcus-Okoko & Co

Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDAs) For Film And TV Executives In Nigeria

Nigeria Media & IT

OA

Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

Revisiting Nigeria's Legal Framework On Hate Speech And Fake News Post 2023 General Elections

Nigeria's heterogenous nature often leads to its ethno-religious nerve points being triggered during national elections.

Nigeria Media & IT

SA

S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

International Women's Day: Yaa Asantewaa Revived. In Conversation With Playwright JOT Agyeman

On International Women's Day, it's our pleasure to share this conversation with playwright JOT Agyeman who has just finished the script for "Yaa Asantewaa", his play depicting the story...

Nigeria Media & IT

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Songhai Advisory LLP

Film And Video Work Censorship And Classification In Nigeria

The idea of censorship is a battle between free expression and restricted expression.

Nigeria Media & IT

MC

Marcus-Okoko & Co

Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDAs) For Film And TV Executives In Nigeria

A non-disclosure agreement (NDA) just like any other contract is legally binding. However, NDAs specifically establish a confidential relationship between parties.

Nigeria Media & IT

OA

Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

Is It Unlawful To Electronically Record Court Proceedings In Nigeria?

Nigeria Litigation

SA

S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

Setbacks To Film Financing In Nigeria And Possible Solutions

Film financing is the act of raising funds for the production costs of a film. Such production cost could include without limitation script writing, editing, production set, casting, and cinematography.

Nigeria Media & IT

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Alliance Law Firm

Exploring The NITDA Code Of Practice And Its Potential Impact On Social Media And Online Platforms

On 13th June 2022, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) issued the draft Code of Practice for Interactive Computer Service Platforms/Internet Intermediaries ("the Code").

Nigeria Media & IT

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AELEX

The Suspension Of Twitter In Nigeria: Some Key Policy & Legal Considerations For Online Platforms

The decision of the Nigerian Government to suspend Twitter in Nigeria, has implications for not just social media companies but also for all internet and technology companies with Nigerian subscribers.

Nigeria Media & IT

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Balogun Harold

An Examination Of The Copyright And Licencing Regime For Streaming Video-On-Demand Platforms.

Over the last two decades, we have witnessed the increasing utilisation of the internet to transmit cinematograph/virtual content ("content") to consumers and viewers as against the use of cable, satellite television or a broadcast platform.

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AELEX

Exploring Incentives For The Nigerian Creative And Entertainment Industry

Nigeria Media & IT

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AELEX

Are We Attempting To Over-regulate OTTs?

Nigeria Media & IT

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TNP

Financing Of The Film Industry In Nigeria

Nigeria Commercial

KP

Kenna Partners

Investing In Nollywood – Looking Beyond Just Feature Film Production

Nigeria Media & IT

KN

KPMG Nigeria

Understanding Commercial And Media Broadcasting Rights In Sports

Nigeria Media & IT

OA

Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

The Amendment To The 6th Edition Of The Nigeria Broadcasting Code: Consequences & Constitutional Concerns

Nigeria Media & IT

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TNP

Overview Of Media And Entertainment Law In Nigeria

Nigeria Media & IT

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Resolution Law Firm

Review Of The Nigeria Broadcasting Code – The 2020 Amendment

Nigeria Media & IT

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Pavestones Legal

Regulating Nigerian Content On Broadcasting Platforms: An Examination Of The Amendments To The 6th Edition Of The Nigeria Broadcasting Code

Nigeria Media & IT

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AELEX

Online Trade Marks Journal [Vol 1 No 3, 29th May 2020]

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TNP

Immersions: Legal Realities In Nigeria's Virtual And Augmented Reality Entertainment Sector

Nigeria Media & IT

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LeLaw Barristers & Solicitors

The Legal And Commercial Implications Of The New Broadcast Deal Of The Nigeria Professional Football League.

Nigeria Media & IT

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Perchstone & Graeys

The Legal Framework Applicable To The Facilitation Of Digital Content In Nigeria

Nigeria Technology

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Brooks & Knights

The Viral Video Of Little Success Adegor: Copyright Issues Emanating Therefrom

SA

Solola & Akpana

Protection Of Image Rights (Part 1)

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AELEX

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