Trademark Registration in Nigeria

Nigeria is not a member of the Madrid Protocol. Applications can be filed through a local attorney in the country. A simply signed power of attorney must be submitted. A list of the classes in which the trademark will be used must be submitted. A specimen of the trademark must be submitted. A single-class application system is used. The international Nice Classification applies. The term of protection for a trademark is 7 years. After 7 years, the trademark can be maintained indefinitely by renewal every 14 years. There is a 5-year use requirement. If the trademark is not used for 5 years, third parties may file a cancellation action against it. Renewal is required every 14 years.