Chinedu Chukwuji

CHINEDU ANGUS CHUKWUJI is Nigeria’s foremost intellectual property expert. His expertise in IP technology, licensing, and deep understanding of creative entrepreneurship are unparalleled. With a rich history of over 23 years in the IP sector in Nigeria and across Africa, his extensive experience not only adds credibility to his expertise but also instils confidence in his clients and collaborators.

Chukwuji's track record is marked by several successful IP licensing agreements he has adeptly negotiated and executed. His clients, representing various industries, including the broadcast, hospitality, telecommunications, FMCG, advertising, CMOs and multinational sectors, are a testament to his negotiation skills. He has also effectively handled several key online and digital contracts locally and internationally.

Chukwuji's transformative work and continued efforts across Africa in the IP sector have been genuinely inspiring. His contributions, alongside other genuine stakeholders, have significantly reshaped Nigeria's IP landscape, opening up new avenues for IP owners across different generations to earn income from their creative and innovative works. His work, driven by dedication and innovation, is a testament to the power of intellectual property and inspires others in the field.

Chukwuji's academic journey is a testament to his unwavering commitment to excellence. His diverse educational background, including a degree in Project Management, a Master's in Business Administration, a Master's in Intellectual Property, and a PhD in Executive Leadership, equips him with a unique perspective and a comprehensive understanding of the field. This academic prowess instils confidence in his clients and collaborators, assuring them of his deep knowledge and expertise. Dr. Chukwuji has attended several IP workshops, training, seminars, and conferences at home and abroad.

He is an intellectual property resource person at the programmes organised by the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO), the United Nations Specialized Agency for Intellectual Property, and the Norwegian Copyright Development Association (NORCODE),
Dr. Chukwuji co-founded two local music tech and right management companies that provide distribution and right management services for content owners. He also consults for organisations across Africa on intellectual property management, corporate governance, and executive leadership. He is the National Coordinator of the Record Label Proprietors Initiative (ReLPI) and is esteemed and widely recognised as an international expert.

Dr. Chukwuji's dedication to imparting knowledge and mentoring young professionals is a cornerstone of his initiatives. He is the driving force behind the highly regarded PurpleBlue Copyright and Music Business Masterclass Series. As the founder of the PurpleBlue Academy of Music Business (PAMB), he is actively shaping the future of the intellectual property industry and inspiring the next generation of practitioners.