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This Non Disclosure Agreement For Design Work is essential when engaging in any design-related business relationship in Nigeria where confidential design information needs to be shared. The agreement is particularly relevant for situations involving the exchange of sketches, prototypes, technical specifications, digital design files, and other sensitive design materials. It provides comprehensive protection under Nigerian law, including compliance with the Patents and Designs Act and relevant intellectual property legislation. The document is structured to address both traditional and digital design work, making it suitable for various design disciplines from industrial design to digital interface design. It includes specific provisions for handling both physical and digital assets, defining permitted uses, and establishing clear confidentiality obligations. This agreement is crucial for protecting design innovations and intellectual property while enabling necessary business collaboration.

1. Parties: Identification and details of the disclosing party (typically the design firm/designer) and receiving party

2. Background: Context of the design work relationship and purpose of sharing confidential information

3. Definitions: Key terms including 'Confidential Information', 'Design Works', 'Intellectual Property Rights', and 'Permitted Purpose'

4. Scope of Confidentiality: Detailed description of what constitutes confidential information in the context of design work

5. Obligations of Receiving Party: Core confidentiality obligations, including storage, handling, and protection of design materials

6. Permitted Uses and Disclosures: Specific circumstances under which the confidential information may be used or shared

7. Protection of Design Materials: Specific measures for protecting physical and digital design assets

8. Intellectual Property Rights: Confirmation that IP rights remain with the disclosing party and conditions for usage

9. Return or Destruction of Information: Requirements for handling confidential information upon request or termination

10. Duration and Termination: Term of the agreement and survival of obligations

11. Breach and Remedies: Consequences of breach and available legal remedies

12. General Provisions: Standard clauses including governing law, jurisdiction, and entire agreement