Project Abstract

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The Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC) plays a pivotal role in the administration and enforcement of copyright laws in Nigeria. This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of the NCC in carrying out its mandate to protect the rights of creators and promote a conducive environment for the growth of the creative industries in Nigeria. The research will delve into the legal framework governing copyright in Nigeria, focusing on the Copyright Act of 1988 and subsequent amendments. Additionally, the study will examine the structure, functions, and challenges faced by the NCC in fulfilling its responsibilities. Furthermore, this research will explore the role of the NCC in copyright registration, licensing, and enforcement activities. It will assess the efficiency of the Commission in handling copyright infringement cases and providing redress to rights holders. The study will also investigate the NCC's collaboration with other stakeholders, such as rights organizations, law enforcement agencies, and the judiciary, in combating piracy and promoting copyright compliance. Moreover, the research will evaluate the impact of the NCC's initiatives in raising awareness about copyright issues among the public and educating stakeholders about their rights and obligations. It will assess the adequacy of the Commission's resources, manpower, and technological infrastructure in carrying out its functions effectively. The study will also consider the need for reforms and policy recommendations to enhance the NCC's capacity to address emerging challenges in copyright protection and enforcement. In conclusion, this research aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of the Nigerian Copyright Commission's role in the administration of copyright in Nigeria. By examining the legal framework, operational mechanisms, and challenges faced by the NCC, this study seeks to contribute to the ongoing discourse on copyright governance and intellectual property protection in Nigeria. The findings and recommendations of this research are intended to inform policymakers, stakeholders, and the general public about the state of copyright administration in Nigeria and suggest ways to strengthen the NCC's capacity to safeguard the rights of creators and foster a vibrant creative economy.

Project Overview

The Nigerian Copyright Commission And Administration Of Copyright In Nigeria (an Appraisal)

Man over the years has metamorphosed both physically and in ideas. This progressive undeniable dynamism in human nature has made it quit vital that man must be creative and not just that, but also innovative to satisfy his ever increasing unsuitable wants, thereby prompting some legal installation to this effect. This piece of work is propelled toward examining the creative work of man vis-Ã -vis the way he can be protected against any undue and unwarranted encroachment on his creative ability and the possible bodies vested with authority to look into the issue and the likely way it could be remedied if peradventure his interest was breach. Chapter one of this work is gives an insight into the significance of the study and concept of copyright, tracing its antecedence and developmental phases it has passed through till date, Chapter two would be dwelling predominantly on the work to be protected, those eligible to be protected and how they can arrived at it. Also to be considered is the aspect of authorship and ownership of copyright, terms of copyright the exception to copyright and how it can be effectively transferred in the Nigeria context. Chapter three, will dwell essentially on the administration of copyright in Nigeria centering more on the duties of the Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC) and other regulatory bodies like Phonographic Performance Limited, Performing Musician and Artist of Nigeria, Performing and Broadcasting Rights of Author/Composer and publisher MRS and many others including inspectors who would be considered as forces behind the curtain seen to a hitch free inventory society like ours. It is difficult to have an absolute crime free society, thus chapter four will be considering the infringement that copyright works are subjected to and the likely cure to the injury she might sustain in that process in form of remedies. Lastly, chapter five would be offering recommendation which might turn out to be invariable, as the conclusion ushers in, collecting in a statement or to the whole piece as the curtain falls. Thus, this project shall be divided into five chapters.