The Media & Entertainment (M&E) industry in Nigeria has experienced robust growth over the last decade. The sector has continuously contributed to the GDP growth in Nigeria and has become one of the country’s major exports.
The use of the latest technology in all phases of production, content globalization, financial transparency, corporatization and managerial professionalism has made this sector financially viable and also susceptible to legal and regulatory issues.
Our firm is recognized for expertise in issues arising out of regulatory, legal and tax challenges in the media and entertainment industries. We advise and assist with strategies for our clients' operation within West-Africa, taking into account broadcasting, publication, intellectual property, taxation and regulations.
Our services include transaction advisory for the media and entertainment industry on agreements, contracts, finance, investment and individual/corporate issues, production and rights acquisition, the exploitation of media rights, intellectual property protection and enforcement, regulatory and administrative issues, facility and arena development and management, and the resolution of disputes. Our firm has been engaged severally in the drafting and structuring of numerous sponsorship, branding and endorsement agreements for Nigerian artistes and their sponsor companies locally and internationally.