Thesis Abstract

Abstract
The Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC) plays a crucial role in the administration and enforcement of copyright laws in Nigeria. Copyright protection is essential for promoting creativity, innovation, and economic development in the country. This research project aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the NCC in the administration of copyright in Nigeria. The study will examine the legal framework governing copyright in Nigeria, focusing on the Copyright Act and other relevant regulations. It will analyze the functions and powers of the NCC in the protection of intellectual property rights, including copyright registration, licensing, and enforcement. The research will also assess the challenges faced by the NCC in carrying out its mandate, such as limited resources, piracy, and inadequate public awareness. Furthermore, the project will explore the role of the NCC in promoting copyright education and awareness among stakeholders, including creators, rights holders, and the general public. It will investigate the NCC's efforts in fostering collaboration with other government agencies, industry associations, and international organizations to strengthen copyright protection and enforcement in Nigeria. In addition, the study will examine the impact of technological advancements, such as digital piracy and online copyright infringement, on the administration of copyright in Nigeria. It will analyze the NCC's strategies in addressing these challenges, including the use of technology tools, legal actions, and public campaigns to combat piracy and protect intellectual property rights. Moreover, the research project will assess the effectiveness of the NCC in resolving copyright disputes and enforcing copyright laws through litigation and alternative dispute resolution mechanisms. It will evaluate the NCC's role in promoting a fair and efficient copyright system that balances the interests of creators, users, and the public. Overall, this research aims to provide insights into the role of the Nigerian Copyright Commission in the administration of copyright in Nigeria and make recommendations for enhancing copyright protection, enforcement, and education in the country. By evaluating the NCC's performance and challenges, this study seeks to contribute to the improvement of the copyright system in Nigeria and support the growth of the creative industries in the digital age.

Thesis 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.