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ANA Launches Nationwide Copyright Workshop Series for Nigerian Authors

ANA Launches Nationwide Copyright Workshop Series for Nigerian Authors

The Association of Nigerian Authors is rolling out a capacity-building programme on copyright across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones. The workshops will cover copyright protection, reproduction rights, royalties management and practical strategies for securing intellectual property in the literary and creative industries. The series begins in Ibadan on 18 and 19 June 2026, with sessions led by the Nigerian Copyright Commission and the Reproduction Rights Society of Nigeria. Subsequent regional workshops will take place in Abuja (26–27 June), Kano (2–3 July), Owerri (8–9 July) and Port Harcourt (10–11 July), followed by a nationwide chapter-level step-down training on 25 July. Authors, chapter leaders and members are encouraged to attend these free sessions to enhance their understanding of rights administration, maximize royalty benefits and strengthen the growth of Nigeria’s literary sector.

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mary

As Nigerian authors prepare for these workshops, what specific challenges in copyright law are you most eager to see addressed?

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J
julia

Absolutely! I can't wait for clear fair use guidelines on excerpts and robust anti-piracy measures for authors.

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J
jaruma

It's encouraging that ANA spans all six geopolitical zones, but most authors still struggle to enforce reproduction rights in local markets.

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B
bola

Workshop details dey impressive, but we still rarely see sustained support or mentorship for grassroots authors once the sessions wrap up.

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L
lily

Authors could prepare by gathering sample works and draft royalty agreements to maximize hands-on learning at these regional workshops.

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