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Some Basic Facts About Copyright in Nigeria

1. What is Copyright? For authors, artists, songwriters, music publishers and composers, photographers and other creators, copyright provides the assurance that they can share their work with the public without the fear or unauthorized use. […]

10 Clauses to Include in a Trademark Assignment Agreement

Trademark owners usually file a recordal of change of assignment with the Trademarks, Patents and Designs Registry in Nigeria, in order to maintain current records of trademark ownership. As part of the recordal process, they […]

Passing-off and Trademark Infringement Cases in Nigeria

Nooktoria Trademark Law Volume 2 Number 1 eDigest (Passing-off and Trademark Infringement Cases in Nigeria) Content: Passing-off and Trademark Infringement Cases 1. Nabisco Inc. v. Allied Biscuits Company Ltd. Suit No: 257/1990 On October 30, […]

Nigeria: IP and Brand Protection Issues for Spirit Producers

The Market The Nigerian spirits market is now estimated at approximately US $1.6 billion in total value, driven by demand across mainstream categories such as whiskey, brandy, rum, gin, schnapps, and vodka. Some of the top spirit […]

Protecting Board Games in Nigeria

Board games can be protected using a number of intellectual property tools including copyright, trademarks and patents. Copyright Protection for Board Games If a board game includes any written or pictorial element such as an […]

Stages Involved in Trademark in Nigeria

After a trademark application is filed in Nigeria, it must go through several stages of review before it can be registered and the applicant issued a certificate of registration. Stages Involved In Trademark Registration in […]

Correction of Mistake in Registration of Trademarks in Nigeria

Most lawyers are familiar with the process of opposing trademark applications and with making requests for amendment of errors relating to the names and addresses of trademark applicants. But what do you do if an […]

Frequently Asked Questions about Trademarks in Nigeria

Understanding trademark rights in Nigeria is essential for anyone looking to protect their brand. Knowing how trademark laws work can help you avoid some very costly mistakes. Below are answers to some of the most […]