The Audio Visual Rights Society of Nigeria (AVRS) last week organised a training workshop to strengthen members’ understanding of copyright and collective management.
The workshop was also held for the board members to enhance their knowledge in executing oversight functions.
The organisers described the workshop as a step forward for AVRS in its commitment to excellence in managing audiovisual works in Nigeria.
Michael Akpan, the former regulatory head of the Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC), trained the participants on the ‘Basics of Copyright and Neighbouring Rights’ and ‘Legal & Regulatory Framework of Copyright in the Film Industry in Nigeria’.
Akpan provided the members with “insights into the legal foundations and current regulatory landscape of copyright and related rights in the Nigerian film industry”.
On his part, Chinedu Chukwuji, the AVRS consultant, facilitated sessions on the benefits, challenges, and opportunities of Collective Management Organisation (CMO).
The copyright expert emphasised the essential aspects of good governance and the role of the AVRS board.
Mahmood Ali-Balogun, the AVRS chairman, commended the board members for their dedication to attending the training.
He said the workshop was an important way to update the directors on new developments in copyright and collective management.
Ali-Balogun emphasised that the training is crucial in maintaining the organisation’s growth and effectiveness.
Olubukola Adeyemi, the AVRS general manager, was also present at the workshop.
The AVRS was recently admitted as a provisional member of the International Confederation of Societies of Authors and Composers (CISAC) and the Global Audiovisual Alliance (GAVA).
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