THE TRADE MARK REGIMES ON REMOVAL OF MARKS FOR NON-USE. A trade mark (also written as trademark ) is any mark used or proposed to be used in relation to goods and services [1] for the purpose of indicating or so as to indicate a connection in the course of trade between the goods and services and some person having the right either as a proprietor or registered user of the mark, whether with or without the identity of that person [2] . In determining which mark is registrable and which is not, laws of various countries make provisions for the categorization of trademarks. In Nigeria, the Act provides two registers for marks which are either inherently adapted to distinguish, [3] kept in part A of the Register and marks which are capable of distinguishing [4] , kept in part B of the Register, the Act renders non-registrable, deceptive and scandalous matter [5] , a geographical name or surname [6] , identical and resembling trade marks [7] and names of chemical substance. [...

Almost everyday, I receive telephone calls and emails from clients, asking one question or another on Notarization of documents. Many of these callas and emails come from Nigerians who desire to submit applications either to an Embassy or to a university abroad. I understand the anxiety and uneasiness that accompany submission of applications. No one wants to gamble or make any avoidable mistakes. These questions range from where and how to get a genuine Notary Public to how much it costs to notarize a document, the kinds of documents to notarize and what notarization is used for. I have attempted a simple response to fifteen of the most frequently asked questions. I suppose that you may have a question that has not featured in this series. I will be delighted to answer them if you can reach me on the number and email address below. I will also like to read your comment below. 1.     Who is a Notary Public? A Notary public is a legal practitioner appointed by the Chief ...