Business Law
Intellectual Property Protection in Nigeria: Safeguarding Innovation and Creativity
Intellectual Property Protection in Nigeria: Safeguarding Innovation and Creativity Introduction: Intellectual property (IP) plays a pivotal role in fostering innovation, creativity, and economic growth. In Nigeria, a rapidly developing nation with a vibrant creative and technological landscape, the effective protection of intellectual property rights is of paramount importance. This article provides an in-depth exploration of the key aspects of intellectual property protection in Nigeria, delving into the legal framework, challenges, and strategies to safeguard innovation […]
Registering an NGO in Nigeria
To register an NGO (non-governmental organization) in Nigeria, you will need to follow a specific process, which may vary depending on the specific goals and activities of your organization. Here is a general overview of the steps you will need to take: Choose a name for your NGO: You will need to choose a name for your organization that is not already being used by another NGO. You should also ensure that the name […]
UNDERSTANDING PRIVATE TRUST AND ITS BENEFITS IN NIGERIA
By: Kemfon Josephneke esq. A trust in simple parlance and as used in ordinary communication connotes confidence in another. Its conceptual starting-point of having confidence reposed in some other gave rise to moral obligations to which the courts through judicial precedent, aided by the legislature, have continued to develop it. The moral weight given to trust in ordinary usage crystallized into a formidable legal instrument with enforceable duties and liabilities. Today, a trust is an […]
UNDERSTANDING NIGERIA’S MARITIME INDUSTRY RESPONSE TO COVID-19
By: Kemfon Josephneke esq. Upon the outbreak of Covid19 in Nigeria, the Federal Government decided to declare a total cessation of movements of all persons and goods in Lagos, Ogun and the federal capital territory, Abuja. This decision was reinforced by some state governors that also proceeded to ban movement of persons and goods within their territory. The declaration of the Federal Government exempted some seaports and gave direction for seaports in Lagos to remain […]
FORCE MAJEURE AND THE PERFORMANCE OF CONTRACTUAL OBLIGATIONS IN A GLOBAL PANDEMIC
– NSEOBONG OKON, ESQ INTRODUCTION When parties enter into a contractual relationship, the intention is usually that such shall give rise to binding legal rights and obligations enforceable at the instance of the either of the parties. However, as parties cannot always anticipate the future, events may occur that significantly reduces the capacity of a party to perform his contractual obligation. That seems to be the situation at hand given the outbreak of Covid-19 declared […]