Copyright Enforcement Meets Asset Recovery

In February 2025, the Nigerian Copyright Commission was designated a “relevant organisation” under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2022. This development empowers the NCC to trace and recover proceeds of piracy and copyright infringement, marking a major shift in Nigeria’s…

By Chukwudi Chimezie

Jul 07, 2025

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In February 2025, the Nigerian Copyright Commission was designated a “relevant organisation” under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2022.

This development empowers the NCC to trace and recover proceeds of piracy and copyright infringement, marking a major shift in Nigeria’s IP enforcement framework.

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