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.

• Why is mutual assent important in a contract?

  This is one of the key elements of a contract because is shows the meeting of the minds of both parties

• What is SON?

  SON stands for ‘Standards Organization of Nigeria’

• Is it legal to transfer the personal data you obtained legally to another person?

  No, its not legal. This is because the law prohibits anyone from transferring the data of a third party to another person without consent from the third party to do same even if the data was rightfully obtained in the first instance.

• Can I grant another person the permission to use my design?

  The right of the owner of an industrial design includes the licensing and authorization of another person to use the design.

• What will happen if I buy the wrong category of forms with NAFDAC?

  Nothing, the purchased form will be in your account for future use.

   

• 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.