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Legal and Regulatory Issues Concerning the Concept of Cloud Seeding in Climate Change Mitigation Mukhlish, Mukhlish; Aidonojie, Paul Atagamen; Jufri, Muwaffiq; Okpoko, Mercy Osemudiame; Obieshi , Eregbuonye
Indonesian Journal of Environmental Law and Sustainable Development Vol. 4 No. 1 (2025): January-June, 2025
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Semarang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/ijel.v4i1.21627

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Cloud Seeding is a recent scientific discovery on weather modification and alteration that aims to enhance rainfall in addressing drought and climate change issues. However, despite this potent discovery there are several legal issues yet to be addressed in the usage of cloud seeding. Hence, the study examines the legal issue arising from cloud seeding. The study adopts a doctrinal method of study, relying on primary and secondary research material, such as laws, journal articles, internet articles, and other relevant research material. The data obtained were analyzed using a descriptive and analytical method. The study found that cloud seeding is a potential means of curtailing the incidence of drought and desertification caused by climate change arising from harmful industrial and human activities. However, the study also found that several legal issues may arise in utilising cloud seeding, which includes a lack of comprehensive international law regulating cloud Seeding, the inability of the existing laws to address transboundary issues, liability, impose due compliance and sanction of wrong utilising cloud seeding that adversely alter the natural state of the environment. Concerning this the study concludes and recommends that there is a need for a unified global legal framework to ensure the responsible use of cloud seeding and effective regulation.
Legal Issues Concerning Surrogacy in Uganda: Taking a Leap from the United Kingdomd Aidonojie, Paul Atagamen; Aidonojie, Esther Chetachukwu; Eregbuonye, Obieshi; Okpoko, Mercy Osemudiame; Ekpenisi, Collins
Yurispruden: Jurnal Fakultas Hukum Universitas Islam Malang Vol 8 No 2 (2025): Yurispruden: Jurnal Fakultas Hukum Universitas Islam Malang
Publisher : Fakultas Hukum Universitas Islam Malang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33474/yur.v8i2.23973

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The practice of surrogacy in Uganda has several legal issues and implications. Therefore, this study aims to analyze the legal issues and implications related to surrogacy in Uganda and make comparisons with the United Kingdom. In this case, the study was conducted using a doctrinal research method, relying on primary and secondary research materials. This study found the following: legislation on surrogacy is still being developed by the Ugandan government, and existing laws do not directly regulate surrogacy, which essentially creates legal loopholes and legal vacuums. In addition, this study found that UK law appears to adequately address issues related to surrogacy. This study concludes and recommends that the Ugandan government needs to accelerate the enactment of legislation on surrogacy to address relevant issues in the future, such as the commodification of women's bodies, parental rights, the best interests of the child, and so on.
Prospects and Legal Challenges Regarding Intellectual Property Rights in Metaverse Operations in Nigeria Aidonojie, Paul Atagamen; Eregbuonye, Obieshi; Ibeh, Success; Antai, Godswill Owoche; Kolawale, Adesoji Adebayo
Wacana Hukum Vol 30 No 2 (2024): Article in Press
Publisher : Faculty of Law, Universitas Slamet Riyadi

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33061/wh.v30i2.10728

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The Metaverse concept is regarded as a virtual reality where the lines between imagination and reality interact and blend with ease. However, the Metaverse concept tends to seem promising not just a digital revolution but an entire universe of immersive encounters. However, despite the relevance and potential, there are challenges and potential conflicts arising from integrating Metaverse technologies with the traditional legal frameworks governing intellectual property in Nigeria. Concerning this, the study examines the rising prominence of the Metaverse and the need for a comprehensive examination of its potential on intellectual property rights in Nigerian legal framework. The study adopts a hybrid method of study, and 348 questionnaires were sent to respondents residing in Nigeria. The results generated were analyzed using a descriptive and analytical method. Findings reveal the complicated connection between Metaverse technologies and established intellectual property norms. The study also elucidates other challenges, such as virtual property rights and the replication of real-world intellectual property in virtual environments, emphasizing the necessity for adaptive legal frameworks in Nigeria. The study therefore concludes and recommends there is a need for adaptive legal frameworks and formulation of specialized regulations for intellectual property within the Metaverse, and proactive measures to anticipate and address emerging challenges.