Section 5: Functions of the Office.

The Office shall:(a) grant breeder's rights;
(b) maintain a register and provide information on plant breeders' rights issued in Nigeria;
(c) facilitate transfer and licensing of plant breeder's rights;
(d) collaborate with local and international bodies whose functions relate to plant breeders' rights matters; and
(e) perform other functions as are necessary for the furtherance of the objects of this Act.