BIG BROTHER NAIJA: A CRITICAL APPRAISAL OF ITS IMPACTS AND LEGAL CHALLENGES
), Olasupo A. Bada(2),
(1) LL.B (Hons) B.L, LL.M (OAU), Lecturer, Department of Private and Property Law, Faculty of Law, Elizade University, Ilara-Mokin, Ondo State.
(2) LL.B, B.L, LL.M, PhD Candidate, School of Law and Security Studies, Babcock University, Ilishan, Ogun State.
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Abstract
Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) is a popular Nigerian reality television show based on the Big Brother format. It is a show where a group of contestants, known as "housemates", live together in a specially designed house with cameras and microphones recording their every move from the very first day of the show to the end. This paper examines into the knottyweb of legal issues surrounding the show, examining the tensions between entertainment, privacy, and the law. The paper reveals a complex landscape of legal concerns, including privacy violations, contractual disputes, copyright infringement, defamation, and obscenity law violations. It also uncovers inconsistencies in the show's handling of vote manipulation allegations and prize winnings. The paper employs primary and secondary sources of law to analyse the legal implications of BBNaija's format, contracts, and content. It concludes that BBNaija's success is mollified by significant legal challenges, necessitating a re-evaluation of the show's practices and Nigeria's regulatory framework. By carefully addressing these legal considerations, such as obtaining the necessary permits and clearances, drafting comprehensive contracts with cast and crew, and implementing risk management strategies, BBN's producers can minimise potential legal and financial risks, protect their intellectual property rights and creative interests, and ensure a successful, entertaining, and socially responsible production.
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