Protecting Software with Intellectual Property in Nigeria
Software is one of the fastest-growing assets of today’s economy, powering businesses across finance, health, education, and entertainment. But protecting software under intellectual property (IP) law can be complex, since it doesn’t always fit neatly into traditional categories like patents or industrial designs.
Can I Register My Trade Mark Worldwide?
For Nigerian businesses with global ambitions, one of the most common questions is: “Can I register my trade mark worldwide?”The short answer is no – there is no single global trade mark registration that covers every country. Trade mark rights are territorial, meaning they only apply in the country or region where protection is granted. […]
Protecting Your Food and Drink Packaging in Nigeria
For Nigerian food and drink entrepreneurs, packaging is more than just a container – it’s your first handshake with the consumer. On crowded shelves in supermarkets, malls, and open markets, shoppers make decisions in seconds. Distinctive packaging can be the difference between being noticed and being overlooked.
How Artists Can Utilise Copyright and Designs in Nigeria
In Nigeria, copyright and design rights are the primary intellectual property (IP) tools available to protect artistic works and creative output. An artist who understands and strategically uses these rights is better positioned to safeguard their work, commercialise it, and enforce their interests when infringement occurs.
The Ultimate Guide to Trademark Registration: Nigeria, Africa & International Comparisons
A trademark is more than just a logo or a name — it is the legal identity of your brand. From protecting fashion labels and tech startups in Lagos to securing consumer trust in London or New York, trademark registration provides enforceable rights against misuse, counterfeiting, and unfair competition.
How Brands and Retailers Can Prevent, Mitigate, and Deal with a Data Breach
In today’s digital-first economy, brands and retailers rely heavily on consumer data to operate effectively, enhance customer experience, and drive sales. From e-commerce platforms to in-store loyalty programs, data collection is integral to modern business strategies. However, with this growing dependence on personal, financial, and operational information comes heightened exposure to data breaches, cyberattacks, and privacy violations.
Copyright Registration: The Key to Brand Protection in China
Many African and international fashion brands rely heavily on China for production, manufacturing, and sourcing. However, protecting intellectual property rights in China remains one of the biggest challenges fashion companies face when scaling globally.
Fashion Business Software Procurement: Legal Risks and Smart Solutions for Brands
The global fashion industry is undergoing a digital transformation. From online retail platforms and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems to design software, point-of-sale applications, and supply chain tracking solutions, software has become the backbone of modern fashion businesses. In Africa especially, the rise of fashion e-commerce platforms, digital showrooms, and mobile retail applications has changed how brands interact with customers and manage operations.
FCCPC Introduces New Digital Lending Regulations 2025: What Lenders and Businesses Must Know
On July 25, 2025, the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) introduced the Digital, Electronic, Online, or Non-Traditional Consumer Lending Regulations, 2025. These new rules represent a major shift in Nigeria’s lending ecosystem, aiming to protect consumers from exploitative practices and to bring greater stability and accountability to the industry.
Protecting Your Business Name In Nigeria: A Guide to Leveraging Trademarks to Safeguard Your Brand
In the dynamic business landscape of Nigeria, where there is intense competition which makes it difficult for businesses to survive, protecting your brand is crucial, and one of the most effective ways to do this is through trademarks.
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