A legal dispute is currently ongoing between two Nigerian beverage companies: Mamuda Beverages Nig Ltd, the maker of Pop Power Energy Drinks, and Rite Foods Ltd, the producer of Fearless Energy Drinks. Rite Foods has accused Mamuda of producing a drink that closely resembles its own, claiming it could confuse customers.

Rite Foods has taken the matter to the Federal High Court in Abuja, asking for a court order to stop Mamuda from selling Pop Power Energy Drinks. Rite Foods believes that the similarities between the two drinks could hurt its brand.

Mamuda Beverages is challenging the lawsuit. Their lawyer, O.E.B. Offiong, argued that the case should be dismissed. He believes the suit is not valid and is an abuse of the court process. Offiong asked the court to reject the case, arguing that it should be thrown out due to improper procedures.

Rite Foods’ lawyer, Boonyamen Lawal, disagrees. He insisted that the case was urgent and should be heard as soon as possible. Both sides presented their arguments, and the court has yet to make a decision. The judge, Justice Emeka Nwite, expressed concern about how Mamuda learned of the case, but promised to make a fair decision.

This case could have big consequences for the Nigerian beverage industry, as it could set a standard for trademark disputes. Both companies are determined to protect their brands, and the court’s ruling will likely have a lasting impact on the market. The final decision is still awaited.

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