Author Information
Author: Mary Imelda Obianuju Nwogu
Institution: Faculty of Law, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria
Paper Details
Title: Copyright Law and the Menace of Piracy in Nigeria
Author: Mary Imelda Obianuju Nwogu
Journal: Journal of Law, Policy and Globalization
Volume: 34
Year: 2015
ISSN: 2224-3240 (Print) | 2224-3259 (Online)
Overview
This article examines copyright law in Nigeria and the growing problem of piracy. It discusses the legal framework for copyright protection, infringement, enforcement mechanisms, and the economic and social impact of piracy in Nigeria.
Main Areas Discussed
- Meaning of copyright
- Goals and effect of copyright protection
- Subject matter of copyright
- Ownership and authorship of copyright
- Rights granted to copyright owners
- Exceptions to copyright protection
- Copyright infringement
- Remedies for infringement
- Copyright piracy in Nigeria
Key Themes
- Copyright protection in Nigeria
- Piracy and infringement
- Enforcement challenges
- Creative industry protection
- Economic impact of piracy
Suggested Citation
Nwogu, Mary Imelda Obianuju
Copyright Law and the Menace of Piracy in Nigeria
Journal of Law, Policy and Globalization, Vol. 34, 2015
