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[Ataguba Aboje @attaguba]

Ok guys I'll let you ask the question and hopefully I can give you an answer as soon as possible #LawAndContractInEntertainment #Christed

[Ataguba Aboje @attaguba]

5. If you can't wrap your head around it. Consult a lawyer. Don't make assumptions, your fortunes depends on it. Be sure. #LawAndContractInEntertainment #Christed

[Ataguba Aboje @attaguba]

4. Always put it down in writing. Reduce your agreement into writing. It prevents misunderstanding and helps to resolve one if it arises. It is not a sign of distrust to have a written contract #LawAndContractInEntertainment #Christed

[Ataguba Aboje @attaguba]

3. Copyrights registration make it easier to take civil action for copyright infringement. The Copyrights Commission is the statutory registry of copyrights #LawAndContractInEntertainment #Christed

[Ataguba Aboje @attaguba]

2. If you determine the 1st question then you can consider registering your copyright (Pls note registration is not a requirement to confer copyright but it can be used as proof of your right) #LawAndContractInEntertainment #Christed

[Ataguba Aboje @attaguba]

1. Who owns the work owns the copyrights. If you were employed to do it you probably don't (jingle production is an example of where an artiste may not own the work) #LawAndContractInEntertainment #Christed

[Ataguba Aboje @attaguba]

Be clear eyed about it. I make, what do I gain from it? Let a lawyer versed in the relevant law advice you. I will give you a quick rundown on issues to consider in protecting your right and interest in your works. #LawAndContractInEntertainment #Christed

[Ataguba Aboje @attaguba]

Stories of artistes who got their fingers burnt abound. They thought the contract didn't matter, they just wanted to do music & they did but were broke for it. Don't let that be you.Entertainment is business, it is a contract. Be prepared. #LawAndContractInEntertainment #Christed

[Ataguba Aboje @attaguba]

I understand that most artiste are ready to sell their soul for the quick rise but without the foundation properly laid you'll be a flash in the pan and a goose laying the golden egg for another man table #LawAndContractInEntertainment #Christed

[Ataguba Aboje @attaguba]

It's a hard fact faced by so many creative persons. All persons involved in the creative industry must first realize that they create value.. #LawAndContractInEntertainment #Christed

[Ataguba Aboje @attaguba]

If you're employed by a music company whether as a singer, music producer or songwriter you may find surprised to find that you do not own any right to "your work" Why? because you are an employee and you were simply doing your job#LawAndContractInEntertainment #Christed

[Ataguba Aboje @attaguba]

There is no one correct answer for each situation. Each case must be evaluated based on its peculiar facts. Many times artiste or creators of music works unwittingly relinquish their rights to their work without knowing. #LawAndContractInEntertainment #Christed

[Ataguba Aboje @attaguba]

The issue of ownership here depends on the contract law and sometimes the relevant employment law. Was the songwriter, singer and music producer commissioned by a 3rd party? Who is the employer?what is the scope of the employment?#LawAndContractInEntertainment #Christed

[Ataguba Aboje @attaguba]

One difficulty to resolve, is who amongst these owns the copyright to a song? The songwriter? singer? music producer? music company? #LawAndContractInEntertainment #Christed

[Ataguba Aboje @attaguba]

It must first be stated that if you created an original work of art, sound(music), words(literature) you own the copyright and that give you control over how it is displayed, play, viewed and or exploited for financial gain #LawAndContractInEntertainment

[Ataguba Aboje @attaguba]

I'll be leaning more to the music industry. Though my experience is varied having represented several persons in the film and music industry the common issues arising has always been "How do I protect my work?" #LawAndContractInEntertainment #Christed

[Ataguba Aboje @attaguba]

The law provides several safeguards for the creator/inventor. The Copyrights Act, Intellectual Property Act etc are relevant statutes #LawAndContractInEntertainment #Christed

[Ataguba Aboje @attaguba]

That bring us to how you the artiste can properly benefit from your intellectual invention and what approach will ensure that you make the most out of your talent. #LawAndContractInEntertainment #christed

[Ataguba Aboje @attaguba]

Nigeria has one of Africa’s most vibrant music scenes, regardless of piracy, music revenue is on the rise. The point is E&M is a money spinner all over the world and should be treated with all seriousness #LawAndContractInEntertainment

[Ataguba Aboje @attaguba]

E&M is serious business. The film industry - Nollywood is est to employ more than 1 mn pple & to generate more than US$7 billion for the national economy. According to an IMF report in the summer of 2016, the industry now accounts for 1.4% of GDP. #LawAndContractInEntertainment