The NCC posthumously honoured Evelyn Osagie with the first Moses Ekpo Prize for Innovative Copyright Reporting. The award celebrates her dedication to Nigeria's creative sector and fearless journalism. Read the full story.
Nigerian singer Portable announces a ₦500,000 reward for the arrest of his lookalike performing his songs at shows without permission. Get the full story on the singer's brand protection move.
A university professor has called for urgent reforms to Nigeria's Intellectual Property system to tackle digital piracy and boost innovation. Learn the key recommendations.
A German court sentences a man to 8.5 years for drugging, raping, and filming his wife. The case sparks debate on consent laws and online sexual violence in Europe. Read more.
German lawmakers greenlight a historic €50 billion in defence purchases, ramping up military readiness as Russia's threat grows and US commitments waver. Read the full details.
Germany's coalition government overhauls unemployment benefits, introducing stricter penalties for job seekers who refuse work or miss appointments. The reform aims to boost employment amid economic downturn.
A Nigerian man in Germany reacts to the arrest of TikTok star Peller, citing colonial-era laws on attempted suicide and demanding imprisonment with no fine. Read the full story and public reactions.
The Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC) has unveiled a new corporate logo and destroyed pirated books worth N141.5 million seized in Ogun and Oyo states. Read more on the fight against piracy.
The Nigerian Copyright Commission has launched a new corporate identity and shredded seized pirated books valued at N141.5 million. The DG warns against intellectual property theft.
As the Nigerian Publishers Association marks 60 years, industry leaders warn that policy instability and rampant piracy threaten the survival of Nigeria's book ecosystem. Key solutions proposed.
A €1.3 billion German biorefinery is using beech wood biomass to make chemicals for tyres and clothing, aiming to cut fossil fuel reliance. Can this green gamble revive the struggling industry? Read more.
The US Supreme Court heard arguments on whether internet service providers can be held liable for users' music piracy. A $1 billion verdict against Cox Communications is at stake. Read the full details.
MultiChoice Nigeria exposes massive piracy of BBNaija Season 10, with over 5 million illegal streams. The company warns of economic sabotage and calls for updated copyright laws. Read more.
American singer John Legend reveals he had to cut a deal with a p*rn producer also named Johnny Legend to use his famous stage name legally. Get the full story.
The IMF calls for Germany to implement pro-growth structural reforms alongside increased public spending to ensure sustained economic recovery. Learn more about the challenges facing Europe's top economy.
Veteran singer Jazzman Olofin demands respect from Adekunle Gold after discovering rehearsal of his 22-year-old hit 'Raise Da Roof' for London show. Read full story about the music industry controversy.
European Union exempts Germany from budget deficit punishment due to increased defence spending. Learn how EU rules adapt to security threats.
German Ambassador Annett Günther urges Nigeria to appoint ambassador to Berlin to strengthen bilateral ties. Trade between both nations surged 30% to €3 billion in 2025.
Nigerian Copyright Commission suspends 7 .ng domains for massive copyright infringement. Major piracy websites taken down in collaboration with NiRA and IFPI.
Germany's Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil obtained China's commitment for reliable rare earth supplies during his Beijing visit. This breakthrough addresses critical supply chain concerns for German manufacturers.
China has reclaimed its position as Germany's number one trading partner, dethroning the US amid new tariffs. Discover the economic implications for global trade.
Nigerian-born German star Karim Adeyemi faces €450,000 fine and DFB sanctions after being convicted for possessing illegal weapons. Read full details about the scandal.
Germany breaks ground on massive €11 billion data centre to boost European AI independence from US and China. Learn how this project aims to reshape digital sovereignty.
Nigerian designer Sandrah Tubobereni's resurfaced Instagram post about fashion imitation sparks crucial conversation about intellectual property protection in Nigeria's creative industry.
German entertainment icons Alice and Ellen Kessler have died at 89 in a joint assisted suicide. The legendary twins were European stars who performed with Frank Sinatra.
Germany's new military service plan requires all 18-year-old men to undergo medical screening from 2027. Learn how this affects Europe's security landscape and Nigeria's diaspora community.
German parliament approves revised 2026 budget with €98 billion borrowing for economic relief and military spending. Chancellor Merz unveils industrial power price cuts.
Google announces its largest-ever investment in Germany with €5.5 billion for data centers and AI infrastructure, creating 9,000 jobs annually by 2029.
Munich court finds OpenAI violated copyright law by using song lyrics to train AI models. GEMA wins landmark case that could reshape artist compensation across Europe.
A German court has ruled that OpenAI infringed copyright by using song lyrics to train its AI models. This landmark decision could impact artists across Europe and set a precedent for AI copyright law.