Nov 22, 20 ademola samuel adeniyi is an astute legal practitioner in nigeria, with defined expertise in intellectual property law and communication law. Corporate governance in nigeria1 nigerian law guru. The introduction of sharia law in nigeria and the nigerian constitution. These were laws that we used when we were colonised by britain.
Introduction right from the amalgamation of nigeria till today, one of the challenges that has confronted the country has been how to. Literary, musical or artistic works other than photographs. General notes on sources of law in every society where law is applied towards social control or regulation, it is important to know where the law can be found. Copyright law also provides moral rights, which protect, amongst other things, an authors reputation and integrity. Introduction the dawn of industrialization globally was helped and sustained in no small measure by the protection of intellectual property rights iprs, which ensured that every man had the right and potential to benefit from the.
Under the act, shareholders are recognized as members of the company and the. The use of international law in the domestic courts of ghana and nigeria 373 western states. Introduction the primary function of under the law is to protect from annexation the fruits of a persons work. Nigerian law reports are reports of cases, wherever published or edited, decided by.
Introduction to nigeria company law part 1 this was then ammended in 1917 to cover the whole country companies amendment and extension act of 1917. This same law got amended some 5 years later in 1917 and it was then able to cover all parts of nigeria. He presently works as a counsel with chief rotimi williams chambers, in lagos. Consumer rights protection and the nigerian state by ahmed. Nigeria as a nation is presently being faced with numerous problems emanating from lack of rule of law, so also the challenges of building an enduring and susta. Neither ngex nor any of its independent providers is liable for any informational errors, incompleteness, or delays, or for any actions taken in reliance on information contained herein. Later in 1968, the companies decree took over from the 1922 company act. Cbpr database nigeria center for international environmental law 1 federal republic of nigeria personal ownership of land in nigeria is recognized if the relevant law and custom of an area permit it. All information is provided as is and for informational purposes only. The data protection 2015 guide is very practical and easy to use. If any track or video embedded on this platform violates any s please inform us immediately and we will take it down.
Download land law text book pdf law repository nigeria. In many cases, a party may be under the impression that there is a contract when there is none. The nigeria corporate affairs commission cac is responsible for regulating the company and allied matters decree of 1990. The illegality may be borne out of sheer ignorance or mere mischief. The first companies ordinance was introduced in southern nigeria lagos in 1912. Companies and different types of business organizations. The level of information contained within the guide is clear and appropriate legislation references allow for the user to make an easier indepth analysis where appropriate. The principle and nature of law of contract in nigeria. Recent developments in intellectual property laws in nigeria. Ip regime in nigeria emanated from the english common law and the doctrine of equity of the late 19 th century and is fast maturing into a great earner of foreign investments in nigeria. A public lecture on the law of and piracy in nigeria slideshare uses cookies to improve functionality and performance, and to provide you with relevant advertising. Law of contract 14 definition and puiposes 14 principles and nature of law of contract 14 scope of law of contract 15 classification of contracts. Some basic facts about copyright in nigeria nigerian law. The law here guides against the misuse or misapplication of the formation of the various steps or stages obviously involved in the formation of a truly binding contract which.
A is an exclusive right given to the originator of creative work to reproduce the work for a limited period. An act to repeal the trade marks act and make new provisions with respect to trade marks in place thereof and for connected purposes. Download this land law text book from national open university. It is hoped that this research will spur a desire for the need for supervisory and regulatory. At as this time 2016, the recognized company law in nigeria is the companies and allied matters decree of 1990. It became part of the codification of nigerian law done in 2004 and is presently referenced. University of lagos faculty of law introduction to law jil 001 lecture notes history of the nigerian judicial system in previous classes, we learnt about the meaning, nature and function of law, and we agreed that one way of understanding the nature of law is by identifying its functions. Infringement under the law is not condoned but when the act or omission is carried on under some special circumstances of fair dealing, it is not regarded as infringement under the law. Patentability under the nigerian patents and designs act pda. Ewemie and ainabor augutine e abstract the dynamics of nigerias history has imposed on it a succession of leaders who ruled in such a way that sharply showed absence of good governance in nigerias developmental efforts. This progression is aided by the desires and efforts of the government and the other. Characteristics of the nigerian legal system english law content. Nigerian context and to be able to distinguish aspects of the democratization. History thus, perhaps for the sake of convenience and to separate ancient.
Copyright law and photocopying practice in nigeria unl digital. Music in africa provides a platform for musicians and contributors to embed music and videos solely for promotional purposes. This will help to isolate the extent to which the operations of nigerian enterprises are subjected to the provisions of the company law and capital market legislation. Supremacy of the constitution and good governance in nigeria benedict d. The nigeria corporate affairs commission cac is responsible for regulating the.
A good example is the signing into law of the minerals and mining act, 2007. The law and policy in criminal justice system and sentencing in nigeria leonard c. Pdf copyright law and photocopying practice in nigeria. Challenges and prospects amanambu, uchenna ebony phd methodist church nigeria, umuobiala, isuikwuato l. The cases are organized thematically according to the type of intellectual property rights iprs protected under the nigerian legal system such as trademarks, s, patents, and designs. An act to make provisions for the definition, protection, transfer, infringement of and remedy and penalty thereof of the in literary works, musical works. But yet, is a legal system designed to protect creations in their material forms. Civil actions, court prosecutions and contracts form the basis on which the nigerian legal system is built. Copyright nigerian law intellectual property watch inc. This consists of the common law, doctrines of equity and statutes of general application which were applicable in britain by 1st january 1900.
It is therefore the most reliable compendium on nigerian law. Intellectual property rights enforcement in nigeria. Mar 18, 2016 rather, it is a legal system in its own right as english common law. If you continue browsing the site, you agree to the use of cookies on this website. The legal profession in nigeria derives its origin from the english legal system and legal profession. Fair dealing under the nigerian copyright law nnamdi.
In section 34 the validity of an affidavit affirming that exists in any work is sanctified. She is admitted to practice law in nigeria and in the state of new york. Section 35 of the act provides for presumptions as to the existence of a in a work. Nigeria came to independence with a wellestablished legal system that included a court system and a thriving legal profession in the british tradition.
Nigeria to codify any law relating to was in 19702. History thus, perhaps for the sake of convenience and to separate. Kainan partners is a full service commercial law firm in abuja nigeria, established in 2014,the firm has steadily grown and positioned itself as one of the leading law firms in nigeria our services include debt recovery, company secterial services, commercial litigation, immigration, labour law. Intellectual property laws in nigeria trademarks, copyrights. Copyright laws and regulations covering issues in nigeria of copyright subsistence, ownership, exploitation, owners rights, copyright. Pdf the protection of is an obligation of nations in order to promote and encourage innovation and creativity the law gives the. Esimone nnamdi azikiwe university, awka, nigeria the right. Written in the authors characteristic lucid style, this book will also appeal to authors, policy makers and the general reader who has need for knowledge. Basically, customary law is any law that is indigenous to nigeria while islamic law is law that is derived from islam. Pdf copyright regulations under the nigerian copyright act. Esimone nnamdi azikiwe university, awka, nigeria the right of anybody over hisher creative output is an exclusive one. Ojukwu nnamdi azikiwe university, awka, nigeria young sook onyiuke university of lagos, lagos, nigeria chinyere c.
Department of private law, faculty of law, university of uyo, nigeria email. The lawyers are the main interpreters of the law to other nigerians, who do not have sufficient knowledge regarding the law to enable personal interpretation. The dilemma of the shareholders under the nigerian. The very first company law came up in nigeria in 1912. Ewemie and ainabor augutine e abstract the dynamics of nigeria s history has imposed on it a succession of leaders who ruled in such a way that sharply showed absence of good governance in nigeria s developmental efforts.
Jan 28, 2012 infringement under the law is not condoned but when the act or omission is carried on under some special circumstances of fair dealing, it is not regarded as infringement under the law. Copyright lawyers, law firms in nigeria for every city. This is why a distinction has to be drawn early enough between form and. Pdf on jan 1, 20, olugbenga ajani olatunji and others published copyright regulations under the nigerian copyright act. Introduction the dawn of industrialization globally was helped and sustained in no small measure by the protection of intellectual property rights iprs, which ensured that every man. Intellectual property ip is a generic term that describes creations of the intellect in relation to which the law ascribes exclusive right of appropriation to the designated owners. The main law governing copyright in nigeria is the copyright act of 2004. In addition, if the division of familyowned land is evident, this usually signifies an end to the. Nigeria and highlights key issues in 10 recent judgments on ip law in nigeria. While most of these contracts appear simple, disputes continue to arise on the exact rights and obligation of all the parties to the contract. This was then ammended in 1917 to cover the whole country companies amendment and extension act of 1917.
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