Section 2: Application for permit

(1) A person shall not carry on business as -
(a) a manufacturer, blender or importer of fertilizer,
(b) a distributor of fertilizer,
in Nigeria without obtaining from the Prescribed Authority a permit or certificate of registration.
(2) An application for a permit or certificate of registration under subsection (1) shall be -
(a) made on such form and in such manner, and
(b) accompanied by a non-refundable fee, as may be prescribed in regulations made under this Act.