Entertainment
Ini Edo Loses ‘Shanty Town’ Ownership Battle to Chinenye Nworah
Ini Edo, a well-known actress in Nollywood, faced a legal setback against Chinenye Nworah regarding the ownership of the Netflix original series ‘Shanty Town.’
In a significant legal triumph for the director and her production company, GCM Giant Creative Media Limited, both the Nigerian Trademark Registry and the Nigerian Copyright Commission ruled in favor of Nworah.
This ruling follows a series of legal disputes involving Ini Edo and Minnie Empire Productions Limited (MEP), who aimed to assert ownership over the trademarks and copyrights associated with ‘Shanty Town.’
On January 10, 2024, the Trademark Registry rejected the petition from Ini Edo and MEP concerning the trademarks ‘Scar’ NG/TM/O/2023/121745 and ‘Shanty Town’ NG/TM/O/2023/97482, deeming the petition to be frivolous and lacking merit, thereby affirming Nworah’s exclusive rights to these trademarks.
In a separate decision rendered on July 24, 2024, the NCC dismissed a petition from Ini Edo and MEP seeking to annul two copyright certificates granted to Chinenye Nworah for the literary work “Shanty Town” (Certificate Number LW10177) and the audiovisual work “Shanty Town” (Certificate Number CF1448). The NCC found no legal basis for invalidating these certificates and confirmed their legitimacy, thereby upholding Mrs. Nworah’s rightful ownership of these copyrights.
The legal team at Olisa Agbakoba Legal played a crucial role in securing these favorable outcomes for Chinenye Nworah and GCM Giant Creative Media Limited.
This case underscores OAL’s commitment to protecting the rights of creative professionals and enterprises amid intellectual property conflicts.
The determinations made by the Trademark Registry and the NCC reinforce Mrs. Chinenye Nworah’s ownership of intellectual property concerning the Netflix series “Shanty Town.” The successful defense of these claims highlights the importance of protecting creative works and ensuring fair compensation for artists.
Last Updated on August 9, 2024 by News Time
Entertainment
Sam Larry and Naira Marley Face Subpoena Threat for Missing Court
Coroner’s Court Warns Naira Marley and Sam Larry of Subpoena for Missing Witnesses’ Hearing
The Coroner’s Court in Ikorodu, Lagos, has warned Naira Marley and Sam Larry, among other witnesses, to attend the ongoing investigation into Mohbad’s death or face subpoenas. Following a request from Mohbad’s father for more witnesses, the court has permitted alternative service.
The hearing, which saw only one key witness present, has been rescheduled to September 30, with subpoenas to be issued if witnesses fail to appear.
At the latest court session, only Boluwatife Adeyemo (Darosha) appeared as a witness. The hearing has been rescheduled to September 30, with the magistrate warning that subpoenas will be issued if other witnesses, including Naira Marley and Sam Larry, fail to attend.
Mohbad’s family has expressed frustration with the police investigation, criticizing their reliance on witness accounts and lack of support for an independent autopsy and toxicology tests. They have called for the removal of officers involved due to alleged mishandling, but the Police Service Commission has yet to respond.
Mohbad, who died on September 12, 2023, at 27, has been at the center of controversy, leading to the arrest of his former record label owner, Naira Marley, among others. The Lagos State Police have formed a special team for the investigation and conducted an autopsy after exhuming his body.
Last Updated on September 13, 2024 by News Time
Entertainment
Media Personality Emma Ugolee Congratulates Basketmouth on His Newfound Love
Media Personality Emma Ugolee Congratulates Basketmouth on Finding Love with Victoria Eze
Emma Ugolee, media personality and voice-over actor, extended his congratulations to comedian Basketmouth on finding love again. Basketmouth recently shared a photo with Victoria Eze, also known as Miz Vick, who was confirmed as his new partner.
On Instagram, Emma Ugolee praised the couple’s chemistry, congratulating Basketmouth for finding happiness and complimenting Miz Vick for making him feel youthful and vibrant.
Media Personality Emma Ugolee Congratulates Basketmouth on Newfound Love with Victoria Eze
Emmanuel Chinenye Ugolee, known as Emma Ugolee, congratulated comedian Basketmouth on his new relationship. Basketmouth recently shared a photo with a mystery woman, later identified as Nigerian writer Victoria Eze, also known as Miz Vick.
On Instagram, Emma Ugolee congratulated Basketmouth on his newfound happiness, praising Victoria Eze (Miz Vick) for making him feel youthful. He described their chemistry as heartwarming and their artistic blend as impressive.
In his post, Emma Ugolee wrote:
“What are you going to do? Exactly what you always do with everything in your life—make the best out of it.
Congrats to my brother for finding happiness. And shout out to the woman who makes this grown man feel like a little boy.
Watching your chemistry is heartwarming. Your artistic blend is lethal. Knowing the writers, producers, and actors involved, this story would be beautiful.
When Nwa Eze meets Eze gburugburu. Royalty things.
Congratulations @basketmouth @mizvick. The future starts now, my people. Enjoy!”
Last Updated on September 13, 2024 by News Time
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Opeyemi Famakin Accuses Cubana Chief Priest of Threatening His Life Over Restaurant Review
Opeyemi Famakin Accuses Cubana Chief Priest of Threatening Him Over Negative Restaurant Review
Food critic Opeyemi Famakin has accused Cubana Chief Priest of threatening him following a negative review of his son’s restaurant in Owerri. Famakin posted a screenshot on Instagram of a conversation where Cubana Chief Priest allegedly warned him of consequences for his review, suggesting he would regret his actions.
Famakin posted a screenshot of a conversation where Cubana Chief Priest allegedly insulted him and suggested leaving him to karma. Despite Cubana Chief Priest’s polite public comments, Famakin described a different, threatening tone in private messages.
Last Updated on September 13, 2024 by News Time
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