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Category: Intellectual Property
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Critical Analysis of the 2022 Nigeria Copyright Act
The 2022 Nigeria Copyright Act (Act No. 8), which came into effect on March 17, 2023, marks a significant modernization of Nigeria’s copyright laws, aligning them with global best practices…
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Trademark Rights and Domain Names in Nigeria
In the digital age, domain names have become an essential part of business identity. However, domain name disputes can arise when a domain name infringes on trademark rights. In Nigeria,…
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Domain Name Registration and Protection in Nigeria: Legal Frameworks and Emerging Trends
In Nigeria’s rapidly expanding digital economy, domain names have become a critical part of establishing an online presence and protecting intellectual property. Here are some insights that provide a broader…
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Challenges to the Development of Patent Rights in Nigeria
There are a number of challenges that impede the development of patent rights in Nigeria. These include: Lack of Expert Patent Examiners: There is a shortage of qualified patent examiners…
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Obtaining a Patent in Nigeria
A patent application must be made to the Registrar of Patents and Designs. The application can be submitted by the applicant or their agent. The application must be in English….
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Minimum Time for Granting a Compulsory License in Nigeria Under the Nigerian Patents and Designs Act
Under the Nigerian Patents and Designs Act (PDA), a compulsory license can be granted to a third party without the consent of the patent holder in certain circumstances. The minimum…
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Hesitancy of Local Companies in Nigeria to File Patent Applications
This article will attempt to provide some context that might explain why local companies in Nigeria are hesitant to file for patents. Here is a comprehensive analysis: Lack of Substantive…
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Patentability Requirements Under the Nigerian Patents and Designs Act
The Nigerian Patents and Designs Act (PDA) lays out specific conditions that an invention must satisfy to be considered patentable. These requirements, as described in the this article, center around…
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Rights of a Compulsory Licensee in Nigeria: Under The Nigerian Patents and Designs Act
The Nigerian Patents and Designs Act (PDA) outlines the rights granted to a person who has been granted a compulsory license to use a patented invention. These rights are subject…
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Compulsory Licenses in Nigeria: A Balancing Act Between Public Interest and Patent Rights
This is a detailed picture of how compulsory licensing operates within the Nigerian patent system. This mechanism, enshrined in the Patents and Designs Act (PDA), seeks to balance the exclusive…
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