The 2022 Nigeria Copyright Act (Act No. 8), which came into effect on March 17, 2023,…
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Trademark Rights and Domain Names in Nigeria
In the digital age, domain names have become an essential part of business identity. However, domain…
Domain Name Registration and Protection in Nigeria: Legal Frameworks and Emerging Trends
In Nigeria’s rapidly expanding digital economy, domain names have become a critical part of establishing an…
Challenges to the Development of Patent Rights in Nigeria
There are a number of challenges that impede the development of patent rights in Nigeria. These…
Obtaining a Patent in Nigeria
A patent application must be made to the Registrar of Patents and Designs. The application can…
Requirements for Filing a Patent Application in Nigeria
The requirements for filing a patent application in Nigeria under the Patents and Designs Act. Basic…
Minimum Time for Granting a Compulsory License in Nigeria Under the Nigerian Patents and Designs Act
Under the Nigerian Patents and Designs Act (PDA), a compulsory license can be granted to a…
Hesitancy of Local Companies in Nigeria to File Patent Applications
This article will attempt to provide some context that might explain why local companies in Nigeria…
Patentability Requirements Under the Nigerian Patents and Designs Act
The Nigerian Patents and Designs Act (PDA) lays out specific conditions that an invention must satisfy…
Rights of a Compulsory Licensee in Nigeria: Under The Nigerian Patents and Designs Act
The Nigerian Patents and Designs Act (PDA) outlines the rights granted to a person who has…