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Nigeria is reinforcing its commitment to innovation and entrepreneurship through a new strategic partnership with the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). By signing a Memorandum of Understanding between SMEDAN and WIPO, the Federal Government aims to make intellectual property protection more accessible for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), helping businesses turn their ideas, brands, and innovations into valuable commercial assets.
Nigeria is reinforcing its commitment to innovation and entrepreneurship through a new strategic partnership with the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). By signing a Memorandum of Understanding between SMEDAN and WIPO, the Federal Government aims to make intellectual property protection more accessible for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), helping businesses turn their ideas, brands, and innovations into valuable commercial assets.
Angela Adebayo Agbe-Davies explores what this partnership means for Nigerian businesses and the opportunities and implementation challenges that lie ahead.
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