Frequently Asked

• What additional documents do I require to file my Annual Returns?

• Must my Company Secretary be a Lawyer?

  Although it’s ideal to have a lawyer as a company secretary, it is not compulsory for small private businesses.

• What is an execution clause in a contract?

  This is the section in which the parties sign the contract or agreement.

• If I have NAFDAC Registration number, do I still need SON registration number?

  SON Product Registration scheme is mandatory for all SON’s regulated products as mandated by SON Act 56 of 1971, 20 of 1984, 18 of 1990 as amended.

  This is irrespective of the registration done by NAFDAC

• What is personal data?

  This is any information that can be used to identify an identifiable human person such passport photograph.

• Is my copyright registration in Nigeria protected globally?

  The nature of copyright is territorial, so the copyright work is only protected in the country of registration

• Do I have to physically drop off my product sample at NAFDAC office?

  No, you can choose to have it sent to NAFDAC office

• Who can be directors in my company?

  Any two adults can be directors in a company.

• Does a trademark search automatically reserve my trademark name?

  No, a trademark search does not automatically reserve that which is sought to be trademarked. A search ascertains whether that which is sought to be trademarked is available or violates any existing trademark.