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On 14th June 2024, the Technology, Media & Entertainment Sector had an insightful Industry Chat with Mayowa Ayilara where he spoke extensively on the topic ‘’the Music Business and the Easy Way to Get Music Right Holders to Protect Their Rights Using the Musical Copyright Society of Nigeria (MCSN)".

He discussed on the methods through which music rights holders can effectively protect their creative assets through the Musical Copyright Society of Nigeria (MCSN). It was exciting to learn the various effort MCSN has put in empowering artists and creators in managing the intricacies of copyright protection in Nigeria.

Key takeaways include new introduction to The Copyright Act 2022, brief history of Musical Copyright Society Nigeria, acquisition of rights by MCSN, steps to register with MCSN, the role of MCSN in licensing and royalty collection, and practical steps for artists to ensure their intellectual property remains protected.

Let's continue to support and advocate for the rights of musicians and creators worldwide!