by Stren & Blan Partners | Aug 26, 2025 | Company Secreterial, Regulatory and Compliance services, Insight
On February 10, 2025, President Donald Trump ordered a pause in the enforcement of the FCPA. The pause was introduced by an Executive Order – 14209, which mandated a temporary suspension of all new FCPA investigations and enforcement actions. The stated...
by Stren & Blan Partners | Aug 22, 2025 | Insight, Intellectual Property
A defensive trade mark registration is an important trade mark protection strategy that proprietors of well-known trade marks in Nigeria can employ. It extends legal protection beyond traditional trade mark classes, offering broader security against misuse, dilution,...
by Stren & Blan Partners | Aug 20, 2025 | Company Secreterial, Regulatory and Compliance services, Insight
Nigeria’s ride-hailing sector stands at a pivotal juncture. Projected to reach a market value of $477.10 million by 2029, with user numbers expected to hit 42.88 million, the industry is experiencing rapid growth fueled by urbanization, smartphone penetration,...
by Stren & Blan Partners | Aug 18, 2025 | Insight, Technology, Media and Entertainment
Disk Jockeys (DJs) are the lifeblood of Nigeria’s entertainment scene, setting the mood and driving the energy at everything from intimate weddings to massive concerts. Their role is undeniably crucial; however, the Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC) has...
by Stren & Blan Partners | Aug 13, 2025 | Fast Moving Consumer Goods, Insight
The resurgence of protectionist trade policies, particularly those announced under the “Universal Trump Tariffs” in April 2025, has reignited global concerns surrounding the future of free trade. Although implementation has been paused to allow for a three-month...
by Stren & Blan Partners | Aug 7, 2025 | Corperate Mergers and Acquisition, Insight
In response to evolving economic conditions and market pressures, companies in Nigeria and globally are increasingly turning to Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) as a strategic tool to stay competitive, increase revenue, expand their customer base, penetrate the...