The Nigerian fashion industry has blossomed into a global force. Step onto any runway today and you’ll see Nigerian fashion taking its rightful place on the global stage. From red carpets to interna...
Copyright Injunctions In Nigeria: Emergency Remedies And Their Strategic Use In Litigation
In protecting copyright following an infringement, timing is critical. Without swift legal intervention, infringing content can circulate widely, causing significant and often irreparable harm to the ...
Federal High Court upholds Crypto Trader’s Rights, Declares Account Freeze Without a Court Order Unconstitutional
Case Summary Parties: Udoka Clarence v. Kuda Microfinance Bank Suit No.: FHC/L/CS/1338/2023 Court: Federal High Court, Lagos Judicial Division Date of Judgment: 21 May 2025 Presiding Judge: Hon. Justi...
Securing an Injunction to Safeguard Your Copyright: From Lawsuit Filing to Ongoing Protection
Our partner, A Tope Tokan-Lawal joined Rita Anwirih Chindah on Episode 138 of the IP Series Podcast to discuss “Securing an Injunction to Safeguard Your Copyright: From Lawsuit Filing to Ongoing Pro...
Arbitration as a Compelling Alternative to Litigation
From party autonomy to cross-border enforceability, arbitration presents a compelling alternative to court litigation, especially in commercial and technical disputes....
Fair Hearing: A Cornerstone of True Justice
A fair hearing is the foundation of our justice system and plays a critical role in building confidence in the legal process. It is not just about following procedure but ensuring that every party has...
Equity and the Court of Justice
Equity remains a powerful tool in bridging the gaps left by rigid legal principles. Our courts of justice are not only courts of law but also of equity, where equity plays a powerful role in the admin...
Nnam v. Five Star Music & Ors case summary
In Nnam v. Five Star Music & Ors, the Plaintiff, Sir Jude Nnam, claimed copyright ownership over several songs he composed, alleging that the Defendants—Five Star Music and its affiliates—had ...
Global Creative Legal Summit 2024
Our partner, A Tope Tokan-Lawal, will be participating in the inaugural edition of the Global Creative Legal Summit (GCLS) from September 17th to 20th, 2024 alongside other lawyers and experts in the ...
Lagos introduces e-Affidavits, CTC, Forms and Letters for the High Court
The Lagos State judiciary has commenced the production of electronic affidavits (“e-Affidavit”), electronic certified court documents (“CTC”), and online stamping of Forms and Letters at the H...