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Trademark Registration In Nigeria

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Hello Entrepreneurs! You guys always talk about brand recognition and brand identity, Well let's talk trademark.

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Watchman A. Ugwuezi

Hello Entrepreneurs! You guys always talk about brand recognition and brand identity, Well let's talk trademark.

A trademark is a distinctive sign that identifies a product or service and distinguishes it from those of other producers. It could be a word, phrase, symbol, or design, or a combination of these elements.

Trademarks are an invaluable resource for businesses both MSME'S and Large companies as they distinguish the source of products and services.

In Nigeria, trademarks are regulated by the Nigerian Trademarks Act, which provides the framework for registration of trademarks, service marks, collective marks and other related matters.

Trademark registration is a legalprocess by which a business canacquire exclusive rights to use aparticular mark for its goods ofservices.

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