Articles by Florence Akpotaire

About Florence Akpotaire

Florence is a Media Content Specialist focused on reporting legal news, lawsuits, copyright infringement cases, and intellectual property developments. She is passionate about researching legal issues and presenting them in a clear, accessible way for readers. Her work covers copyright disputes, trademark conflicts, court rulings, and regulatory actions across industries such as media, entertainment, technology, and business. As part of the editorial team, Florence contributes well-researched and reliable content that helps readers stay informed about legal disputes and intellectual property matters.

Nigeria: Court of Appeal Dismisses COSON Appeal, Upholds NCC’s Regulatory Powers

The Court of Appeal in Lagos has dismissed an appeal filed by the Copyright Society of Nigeria (COSON) challenging the refusal of the Federal High Court to grant an interlocutory injunction restraining the Nigerian Copyright [Read More]

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Roosevelt Institute Accepting Applications for 2026 Good Life Resident Program

The Roosevelt Institute is accepting applications for its 2026 Good Life Resident Program, a six-month paid residency that supports emerging policy leaders in developing bold, people-centered ideas on today’s most pressing economic issues. The current [Read More]

Last Day to Apply: CIP Fully Funded 12-Month Fellowship for Researchers with Disabilities

The CIP Fellowship Program is a 12-month online initiative, starting on October 1, designed to support emerging researchers with disabilities in strengthening their research and social policy skills. The programme is specifically directed at individuals with disabilities in low- and middle-income [Read More]

United States: 7-Eleven Sues Nike Over Air Max 95 Sneaker Design

Convenience store chain 7-Eleven has filed a trademark infringement lawsuit against Nike, alleging that the sportswear company’s upcoming Air Max 95 “Sport Green and Safety Orange” sneakers unlawfully imitate its distinctive orange, green, and red [Read More]

China: LVMH Wins Trademark Case Against Chinese Tea Chain in US$1.5 Million Judgment

French luxury goods company LVMH has secured a significant trademark victory in China after a court ordered Chinese tea chain Molly Tea to pay 10.3 million yuan (approximately US$1.5 million) in damages for trademark infringement [Read More]

Register for the NFVCB Masterclass Series on Legal Issues, Monetization and Production Standards

The National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) is inviting filmmakers, content creators, producers, distributors, and other creative professionals to participate in the inaugural NFVCB Masterclass Series, a new professional development initiative designed to strengthen [Read More]

Nigeria: Court Urges Settlement in ₦98.5 Billion Patent Infringement Suit

The Federal High Court in Lagos has encouraged the parties in a ₦98.5 billion patent infringement lawsuit involving Enterprise Logistics Speciale Limited, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), the Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System Plc (NIBSS), [Read More]

Apply for the WIPO–KDI School Master’s Degree in Intellectual Property and Development Policy (MIPD)

If you are an intellectual property professional, government official, researcher, academic, or aspiring innovation leader from a developing country, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your career through a fully funded international master’s program. [Read More]

Nigeria: Customs Seizes Counterfeit Medicines, Illicit Drugs Worth N53.39 Billion at Apapa Port

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intercepted counterfeit NAFDAC-labelled medicines, illicit drugs, and expired pharmaceutical products with a combined Duty Paid Value (DPV) of ₦53.39 billion at the Apapa Port in Lagos, describing the operation [Read More]

Nigeria: Court Dismisses Sanlam’s Objection in N500 Million Copyright Suit

The Federal High Court in Lagos has dismissed a preliminary objection filed by Sanlam General Insurance Limited in a N500 million copyright infringement case, clearing the way for the matter to proceed to full trial. [Read More]