Introduction Copyright is a legal right granted to creators of original works. Including literary, musical, artistic, and audiovisual works, giving them exclusive rights to use and distribute their creations.In Nigeria, your creative work is automatically protected by copyright as soon as you bring it into existence and put it into a tangible form However, voluntary […]
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Introduction Advertising is a powerful tool used to inform, persuade, and influence consumer behavior. However, when advertisements contain false, exaggerated, or deceptive information, they not only mislead the public. But also violate Nigeria’s Advertising law, consumer rights and undermine public trust. In Nigeria, misleading advertising is not only unethical, it is a criminal offense. The
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INTRODUCTION In Nigeria’s fast-evolving digital landscape, data privacy and data protection compliance have become critical concerns. The Nigerian Data Protection Regulation (NDPR) 2019, issued by the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), laid the foundation for data protection compliance in the country. The enactment of the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA) in 2023 significantly expanded
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INTRODUCTION SCUML, we are frequently approached by clients seeking our assistance after receiving a “friendly” invitation from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) regarding breaches of the Money Laundering Act. These breaches often involve undeclared funds during business transactions and non-compliance with the regulations of the Special Control Unit against Money Laundering. In many
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THE NEXT OF KIN SAGA: Obi Cubana’s adopted child Chidi took to social media on a trending TikTok challenge and posted, “Nothing do my shoulder; I just realise sey I be next of kin.” Obi Cubana came on social media and cleared the air by posting a picture of himself and his biological son Alex
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Introduction Hire purchase in Nigeria is a pivotal financial instrument in Nigeria, enabling individuals and businesses to acquire assets through installmental payments while deferring full ownership until the final payment. This system is particularly significant in a developing economies with small scale businesses like Nigeria, where access to traditional credit(loan) is often limited. This article
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INTRODUCTION TO REGISTER TRADEMARK IN NIGERIA Trademark plays a crucial role in the Nigerian economy and business environment. Trademark registration is quite essential in Nigeria. A trademark is a recognisable word or words, phrase, logo, symbol, Signs or expressions registered at the trademark registry to identify or represent a business, goods or services in order
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Introduction Applying for a Letter of Administration in Lagos State demands strict compliance with both statutory provisions and procedural rules in the High Court’s Probate Registry. Any misstep, whether omitting a required form, skipping a registry search, or filing out of turn, can lead to adjournments, objections, extra costs, or even dismissal of the application.
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Fair dealing in copyright aims to strike a balance between the rights of creators and the public’s access to creative works. Indeed, one way it seeks to achieve this balance is through the defence of fair dealing, which permits limited use of copyrighted materials without the owner’s permission under specific circumstances. What is Fair Dealing
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Abstract The concept of duty of care entails the legal obligation imposed on individuals or entities to exercise a reasonable standard of care in actions that could foreseeably cause harm to others. This article examines the duty of care owed by establishments to vehicle owners in Nigeria, with a specific focus on the legal implications
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