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How to Register an Effective and Efficient Trademark in Nigeria For effective and Efficient trademark registration call C. James on 08032849308 for Assistance  Why Register a Trademark in Nigeria? A trademark is a word, phrase, symbol or design, or a combination of words, phrases, symbols or designs, that identifies and distinguishes the source of the goods of one party from those of others. Once  registered, it enables the trademark owner to amongst other things- take legal action against anyone who uses the registered mark without permission, sell and/or license the registered trademark (so in a sense it becomes an asset), and allows the owner to legally put the ® symbol next to the brand – to show ownership and warn others against using it. In Nigeria, the legislation, which governs the registration of trademarks, is the Trade Marks Act (and the Trade Mark Regulations made pursuant to it). The government agency in Nigeria that is in charge of the registrat...

LIST OF CLASSES  CASS 1 Chemical used in industry, science and photograph, as we as in agriculture, Horticulture and forestry, unprocessed plastic; fire extinguishing composition; tempering and substances, adhesive used in industry. CLASS 2 Paints, varnishes, lacquers, preservatives against rust and against deterioration of wood, colorant, mordant, raw natural resins, metal in foil and powder form for painter’s decorators, printers and artist. CLASS 3 Bleaching preparation, other substance for laundry use, cleaning, polishing scouring and abrasive preparation, soap, perfumery, essential oils, cosmetics, hair lotions dentifrices. CLASS 4 Industrial oil and grease, lubricant, dust absorbing, wetting and binding composition fuels (including motor spirit) and illuminant, candles, wicks. CLASS 5 Pharmaceutical, veterinary and sanitary preparation, dietetics substances adapted for medical use, food for babies plasters, materials   for dressing, materials for...

The Importance of Trademarks Registering a trademark is an important step in any business venture—one that should not be overlooked. By protecting the name of your business, products or services, you ensure that others cannot use the trademarked words or designs. If you fail to secure such protection, anyone can start using your ideas, and in some cases they may demand that you stop using what they now claim is their trademark. When you have secured the rights to your trademark, it is an asset that holds value and can be sold or licensed to others. Therefore, registering a federal trademark is an essential component to any business. Trademark – What Is It? A trademark is a word, phrase, symbol or design, or a combination of words, phrases, symbols or designs that identifies and distinguishes the source of the goods of one party from those of others. There are two basic types of marks: trademarks and service marks. A service mark is the same as a trademark but w...