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TEMS Sector Quarterly Insights (July – September 2025)

The July–September 2025 edition of the TEMS Sector Quarterly Insights captures key shifts across Technology, Entertainment, Media, and Sports in Nigeria and Africa.

Nigeria Media & IT

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Stren & Blan Partners

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

In recent years, content creation has emerged as one of Nigeria's most dynamic and culturally significant industries.

Nigeria Media & IT

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KPMG Nigeria

Legal Consequences Of Cyber Bullying In Nigeria

The world has evolved in the digital age, and communication has become easier and more advanced than ever. However, this has also introduced avenues for cybercrimes.

Nigeria Media & IT

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The Trusted Advisors

Legal Rights And Remedies Available To Record Labels And Artists

In Nigeria's vibrant music scene, record labels are constantly discovering fresh talents and signing new artists, driving the industry to new heights.

Nigeria Media & IT

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The Trusted Advisors

How Nigerian Hotels Can Avoid Copyright Lawsuits Over Music & Broadcasts

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Balogun Harold

Rights Of Nigerian Music Artists | Understanding Nigerian Copyright Law

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The Trusted Advisors

Community Journalism In Nigeria: Empowering Local Voices And Promoting Social Change

Nigeria Media & IT

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S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

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)

The Breakdown Of Licenses And Permits Essential For Business Operation In Nigeria

Nigeria Commercial

Adeola Oyinlade & Co

An Artiste Care Package: Understanding The Essential Terms Of A Record Label Contract

Nigeria Media & IT

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Streamsowers & Kohn

Employee Compensation Scheme - A Must Have In The Nigerian Entertainment Industry

Nigeria Employment

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KPMG Nigeria

Top ICT And Media Law Firm In Abuja, Nigeria (2024)

Nigeria Media & IT

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The Trusted Advisors

Top ICT And Media Law Firm In Lagos, Nigeria (2024)

Nigeria Media & IT

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The Trusted Advisors

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

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SimmonsCooper Partners

How To Obtain An E-Visa To Nigeria – New Guidelines Effective 2025

Nigeria Immigration

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Firmus Advisory

Legal Insights On The Central Bank Of Nigeria Open Banking Initiative

Nigeria Finance

Syntegral Legal Practice

Review Of The Lagos State Tenancy And Recovery Of Premises Draft Bill, 2025

Nigeria Real Estate

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Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

Biotech Star Stuck In Court Over Who Controls Its Most Valuable Asset

Nigeria Commercial

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Adams & Adams

Emerging Legal Issues In International Trade | AELEX ITPG Webinar 2024 (Video)

Nigeria International

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AELEX

Navigating Entertainment Contracts In Nigeria: Due Diligence Considerations Explained

In Nigeria, the entertainment industry is one of the most profitable and glamorous industries that draws a lot of investors such as artists, labels, producers, etc.

Nigeria Media & IT

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The Trusted Advisors

Regulation Of Content Creators In Nigeria - Issues, Prospects And The Role Of The Tax Man

Nigeria has experienced a surge in content creation across various platforms, including social media, streaming services and traditional media outlets.

Nigeria Media & IT

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Brickmans Law

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

Legal Guide For Mastering Licensing And Royalties In Nigeria's Entertainment Industry.

Nigeria Media & IT

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The Trusted Advisors

How Can Hotels And Nightclubs In Nigeria Make Sure That They Comply With Copyright When Playing Music On Their Premises?

Nigeria Media & IT

Creative Legal

Remedies For Copyright Infringement

Creative Legal

What Constitutes Entertainment Law In Nigeria?

Nigeria Media & IT

Creative Legal

The Top 5 Legal Challenges Faced By The Entertainment Industry In Nigeria

Nigeria Media & IT

Creative Legal

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

Worldwide Media & IT

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Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

The LIRS Deploys An Upgraded Consumption Tax Collection Process For The Hospitality Sector In Lagos State

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KPMG Nigeria

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

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Banwo & Ighodalo

Legal Issues In Recording Label Deals: Mohbad's Case

Nigeria Media & IT

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Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

A Review Of The Use Of Social Media In Relation To Freedom Of Speech

Nigeria Media & IT

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The Trusted Advisors

The LIRS Deploys An Upgraded Consumption Tax Collection Process For The Hospitality Sector In Lagos State

The Lagos State Internal Revenue Service (LIRS or "the Service") has released a notice regarding the deployment of an upgraded Consumption Tax Collection Process for the Hospitality sector in Lagos State.

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KPMG Nigeria

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

Copyright is a bundle of rights which the author or originator of certain intellectual works is entitled to. These intellectual works include musical works; films; photographs; literary works...

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Banwo & Ighodalo

Legal Issues In Recording Label Deals: Mohbad's Case

According to Wikipedia, a record deal is a legally binding contract between a record label and a recording artist or group. In this article, I will be examining record label agreements...

Nigeria Media & IT

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Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

A Review Of The Use Of Social Media In Relation To Freedom Of Speech

The impact of technology can be felt across all sectors. This has birthed digitalization, ushering in a paradigm shift in how we do things from simple and traditional means to a more digitalized...

Nigeria Media & IT

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The Trusted Advisors

Performers' Rights

Nigeria Media & IT

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Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

Understanding Commercial And Media Broadcasting Rights In Sports

Broadcasting rights (also known as media rights) are legal rights which a broadcasting organisation owns and negotiates for the purpose of commercial exploitation.

Nigeria Media & IT

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Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

Overview Of Media And Entertainment Law In Nigeria

Media and entertainment law are concerned with legal services rendered in the entertainment industry.

Nigeria Media & IT

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Resolution Law Firm

Copyright Implications Of Sports Live Streaming In Nigeria

Discussions on the intersection between sports and intellectual property have thickened in the global atmosphere already and the percolating storm..

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S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

Fallouts: Towards Optimal Management Contract Relationships In The Entertainment Industry

Whilst the entertainment industry comprises of individuals using their creative skills, abilities and contents for wealth and job creation; its management is running the affairs and careers of such individuals ...

Nigeria Commercial

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LeLaw Barristers & Solicitors

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

Nigeria Media & IT

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LeLaw Barristers & Solicitors

TMT Predictions 2019

Nigeria Media & IT

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Deloitte Nigeria

Investment Opportunities

Nigeria Strategy

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Strachan Partners

An Uphill Battle Protecting Fashion Designs In Nigeria And Abroad

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Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton

Taxation Of Entertainers And Sportsmen In Nigeria – What, How And Where?

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Deloitte Nigeria

An Exposition Of Entertainment Law In Nigeria

Nigeria Media & IT

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Fred-Young & Evans

An Evaluation Of The Socio-Economic And Legal Effects Of The Proliferation Of Record Companies In Nigeria

Nigeria Media & IT

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Strachan Partners

A Case For Multiple Collecting Societies For The Nigerian Entertainment Industry

Nigeria Media & IT

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Aluko & Oyebode

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