Taxation of the Creative Industry: A Closer Look at the Music Industry
By Ademola Favour Tofunmi Introduction: The creative industries are exist in all aspects of our lives as humans. They can be seen in the clothes we wear, the buildings we live and work in, the music we listen to, the books we read, the adverts on our screens, the apps
The Investment and Securities Act of 2025: What Every Nigerian Should Know
By Omogbolahan Ajelowo Nigeria has taken a significant step in reshaping its financial landscape with the signing of the Investment and Securities Act 2025 by President Bola Tinubu.Âą To many, this law may sound like a technical matter reserved for lawyers and stockbrokers. Yet in reality, it has implications for
JUSTICE IN THE DIGITAL AGE: ADMISSIBILITY OF DIGITAL EVIDENCE IN NIGERIA
By Adeshina Thelma Tiwalade[1] INTRODUCTION Digital devices are everywhere in today’s world and the collision between law and technology cannot be overlooked. In an era where most transactions are carried out using digital devices and every detail, footprints left at the doorstep of digital devices. The law has to
Safeguarding Privacy: “Why Data Protection Matters in Nigeria?
BY ESEOGHENE PRECIOUS AWHATORHE Introduction Imagine a stranger knowing your bank details, your medical history, or even tracking your daily movements without your permission. Scary, right? This is why data protection matters. In today’s digital age, personal information is like gold, it fuels businesses, governments, and even criminal networks. But
Digital Identity & Data Protection in Nigeria: What Lawyers and Citizens Must Know
In today’s Nigeria, almost everything requires a digital identity, from opening a bank account with your Bank Verification Number (BVN), to registering a SIM card, and even getting your National Identification Number (NIN) for public services. Nowadays, almost every online platform requires you to submit any of these personal information
When a Machine Becomes a Hit Artist… Who Actually Owns the Song?
Background Story: Tunde, a 27-year-old upcoming beatmaker/producer in Lagos, loves Afrobeats music and had an idea for a song about Lagos hustle. However, with a very little budget and big dreams about his musical career, he used an accessible AI composition app. He fed the model his idea, hummed a
Whistleblower Protection in Nigeria: What Employees Must Know About Rights and Risks
Integrity is a non-negotiable trait, for individuals and institutions alike. Yet in Nigeria, the lack of legal safeguards for whistleblowers often deters employees from exposing wrongdoing. Knowing your rights can empower you to act without fear. What Is the Whistleblower Policy in Nigeria? In December 2016, Nigeria’s Federal Executive Council
AI and the Nigerian Lawyer: Can AI Replace Human Lawyers?
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept, its everywhere nowadays. And whether certain lawyers agree with this position or not, it does not change the fact that AI is already redefining how law is practiced globally. From automated research to predictive analytics, the introduction of AI in the
True Change Demands Leaders, Not Parties: The NBA-AGC’s Reality Check
Every year, the Nigerian Bar Association’s Annual General Conference (NBA-AGC) is billed as a gathering of some of the brightest legal minds in the country. It is meant to be a platform for dialogue, knowledge sharing, and professional growth. Yet, in recent times, it has also become something else entirely,