Streaming, Royalties and the Law: Rethinking Intellectual Property Protection in Nigeria’s Digital Entertainment Economy
Streaming royalties in Nigeria are at the centre of a growing legal debate about whether creators are paid fairly when audiences stream their music, films and comedy. This article from The Law Suite examines the copyright framework, collective management and regulation behind streaming income. Introduction to streaming royalties in Nigeria Nigeria’s entertainment industry has changed […]
An Examination of the Legal Personhood of Artificial Intelligence in Nigerian Law
AI legal personhood in Nigeria is the question of whether an artificial intelligence system can be treated as a legal person, and who answers when it causes harm. This article from The Law Suite examines the question under Nigerian law as it stands in November 2026. Abstract: AI legal personhood in Nigeria Artificial intelligence (AI) now drafts documents, scores loan […]
A Comparative Analysis of Extractive Industry Law in South Africa and Namibia
Extractive industry law in South Africa and Namibia shows how two mineral rich neighbours balance resource sovereignty, environmental protection and community rights. This article from The Law Suite compares the legal frameworks, jurisprudence and policy instruments that govern mining in both countries. Abstract: extractive industry law in South Africa and Namibia This article compares the […]
Contemporary Challenges in Balancing Patent Protection and Public Interest in Pharmaceutical Patent Law in Nigeria
Pharmaceutical patent law in Nigeria must balance the reward for innovation against the public’s access to life saving medicines. This article from The Law Suite examines how the law strikes that balance and where it is under strain. Introduction to pharmaceutical patent law in Nigeria Pharmaceutical patent law in Nigeria sits at the intersection of […]
The Impact of the Nigeria Tax Act 2025 on Corporate Restructuring and Business Sustainability in Nigeria
Nigeria Tax Act corporate restructuring is now a practical concern for every company planning a share sale, merger or group reorganisation, because the Act changes the tax cost of each route. This article from The Law Suite examines what those changes mean for business sustainability. Abstract: Nigeria Tax Act corporate restructuring Tax is one of […]
Nigeria’s Mid-Year 2026 Legislative Scorecard: The Acts, Bills and Vetoes Reshaping Business, Rights and Governance
Introduction The first half of 2026 has been one of the busiest legislative windows since the 10th National Assembly was inaugurated in June 2023. By the Assembly’s third anniversary, the House of Representatives had considered about 2,747 bills and passed 363 of them, according to the Chairman of its Committee on Rules and Business, while […]