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Introduction: The doctrine of fair use (also known as fair dealings in some jurisdiction) is one that permits the limited use of an intellectual property without first acquiring permission from the holder of the right to such property. It promotes freedom of expression by permitting the un-licensed use of some copyright protected works. Fair use…
Introduction: The enforcement of intellectual property rights particularly Patent Rights in Nigeria involves various judicial and administrative mechanisms. Patent enforcement is simply enforcing one’s right in a patent or an invention. It generally constitutes a lawsuit filed by the patentee against parties who infringes on his right to the patent. One cannot fully talk about…
TRADEMARK CLASSIFICATION IN NIGERIA Trademark registration is an essential aspect of Intellectual Property protection. It goes to distinguish the product of a registered user to those of others. Trademarks are registered in accordance with the specific type of goods and services it provides, this is known as the Trademark Classification (Trademark Classes). An applicant who…