Nigeria's creative industry has taken a positive step towards combating online copyright piracy with the launch of a World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)-supported project.
The initiative, implemented in collaboration with the Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC), aims to strengthen legislative frameworks, build enforcement capacity, and raise public awareness around digital copyright infringement.
The project is expected to benefit Nigeria's thriving film industry, Nollywood, which has been severely impacted by online piracy. According to the Association of Movie Producers of Nigeria, the industry has suffered significant economic losses and reputational damage due to piracy.
The project will focus on identifying technical and legal gaps, providing tools to disrupt online piracy, and equipping producers with the necessary legal backing, technical tools, and enforcement partnerships. Stakeholders, including law enforcement agencies, telecommunications firms, and creative industry associations, have pledged to work together to tackle the menace of online piracy.
The initiative has been praised by industry leaders, who emphasize the importance of sustained advocacy and collaboration to ensure its success. The project promises to be a game-changer for Nigeria's creative industry, safeguarding the future of creatives and promoting innovation and economic development.
