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Abstract The music industry has undergone profound changes in recent decades, marked by the decline of physical record sales and the dominance of digital streaming. One...
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Abstract This article explores the tension between goodwill and trademark registration in determining ownership of brand identity under Nigerian law. While many entrepreneurs...
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Introduction Demurrage occupies a pivotal place in maritime law, functioning as a mechanism to compensate shipowners for delays in loading or discharging cargo beyond the agreed...
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INTRODUCTION In recent years, there has been a significant increase in the number of Nigerian nationals seeking opportunities to migrate to the United Kingdom for various reasons,...
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1. INTRODUCTION: Marriage is one of the most important social and legal institutions recognized under Nigerian law. It creates a legally binding relationship between spouses and...
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In the world of music, film, and other creative industries, collaboration is the norm. A song may involve multiple songwriters, producers, and performers; a film may bring...
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Every stream, every performance, and every download tells a legal story. Behind the melody and rhythm of music lies a complex framework of rights, ownership, and value. In...
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The Wharf Landing Fee, introduced by the Lagos State House of Assembly in 2009, remains one of the most debated levies in Nigeria’s maritime sector. The law requires importers,...
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Table of Contents (Outline) 1. Introduction ○ Definition of Artiste & Repertoire (A&R) ○ Brief history and significance in the music industry ○ Why A&R is central to bridging...
Read articleIn the Nigerian entertainment industry, commercial success is increasingly driven not merely by creative output but by the strength of legal protection accorded to one’s brand...
Read articleDemurrage remains one of the most contentious financial liabilities within the Nigerian maritime industry. Despite its widespread application by shipping companies, terminal...
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