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The Use of Similar Names by Church Denominations in Nigeria: Extending the Tort of Passing off

For any sector to thrive and excel, there must be somewhat a competition that drives and propels the players to put in their utmost best in order to become successful. This is what informs the development of Unfair Competition under the Common Law. Passing Off thus developed under the common law as a way of regulating the conduct of traders so as not to cause harm to rival traders. It is aimed at restricting a trader from the use (direct or implied) of trade/business names, marks, etc., belonging or similar to another in such a way as to lead the public to believe that his goods, services, etc…