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The Non-Exclusive Perpetual License agreement is essential for businesses seeking to establish long-term licensing arrangements in Nigeria while maintaining flexibility in their intellectual property strategy. This document is particularly relevant when a licensor wishes to grant permanent usage rights while retaining the ability to license the same intellectual property to multiple users. It provides a comprehensive framework for protecting both parties' interests under Nigerian law, including compliance with local intellectual property legislation and technology transfer regulations. The agreement typically includes detailed provisions on scope of use, payment structures, quality control, and compliance requirements. It's commonly used in technology transfers, software licensing, patent licensing, and other intellectual property transactions where perpetual, non-exclusive access is desired. The document must specifically address Nigerian legal requirements, including potential NOTAP registration for technology transfer agreements and compliance with local IP protection laws.
