WIPO Director General Daren Tang visited Nigeria from June 1-3, 2026, where he held discussions on strengthening the country's innovation ecosystem, supporting startup commercialization and using intellectual property as a catalyst for job creation and investment attraction.
The discussions, including with Vice President Kashim Shettima, centered on Nigeria's newly adopted National Intellectual Property Policy and Strategy (2025–2030), which provides a framework for unlocking innovation and creativity across sectors. Mr.