There are a number of challenges that impede the development of patent rights in Nigeria. These…
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Obtaining a Patent in Nigeria
A patent application must be made to the Registrar of Patents and Designs. The application can…
Requirements for Filing a Patent Application in Nigeria
The requirements for filing a patent application in Nigeria under the Patents and Designs Act. Basic…
Minimum Time for Granting a Compulsory License in Nigeria Under the Nigerian Patents and Designs Act
Under the Nigerian Patents and Designs Act (PDA), a compulsory license can be granted to a…
Hesitancy of Local Companies in Nigeria to File Patent Applications
This article will attempt to provide some context that might explain why local companies in Nigeria…