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Table Of Contents:
1.0 Introduction – A King's Battle For Justice
2.0The Invention That Changed Everything
3.0
Uwemedimo's Voice – Words Of Hope And Conviction
4.0International Patent Protection – The WIPO Link
5.0Leadership Shift – From Vision to Controversy
6.0Supreme Court Setbacks – A Legal Strategy Gone Wrong
7.0
The Missed Opportunity—WIPO's ADR Ignored
8.0
The Patentees' Disappointment – Voices Left Unheard
9.0What Should Have Been Done – A Strategic Legal Path
10.0
Conclusion – Uwemedimo's Legacy And The Road Ahead
1.0 Introduction – A King’s Battle For Justice
1.1 Personal Encounters: The King’s Confidence In His Invention.
During
his lifetime, King CJA Uwemedimo had on several occasions had reasons to speak
to me on his mobile phone about the struggles to get his royalties from Mobile
Producing Nigeria Unlimited.
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GES News on Why Reginould Disappeared After GES News Revealed ShockingAllegations at CCNL’s Lagos Meetings.
One
of such mobile phone discussion was recorded, and he said as follows.
“The king is sure that no matter what happened, his royalties will be paid to him.
This is because the interesting thing is all about the World Intellectual Property Organization and the rules of patents and the rules of intellectual property.
What the World Intellectual Property is all about is the rewards of whoever is inventing.
Whatever a person does, it has a reward. The planter of the tree is always the owner of the seeds.”
1.20 A Legacy Of Innovation And Legal Vision
Before
his passing, King Professor Clement John Adiamiko Uwemedimo left behind more
than just an invention; he left a vision of justice, equity, and empowerment
for Nigerian inventors and global patentees.
As
the founder of Comandclem Nigeria and Comandclem UK Ltd., Uwemedimo boldly
declared that those who stood by his mission would one day be compensated
through royalty payments secured by international patent laws and International
Application No. PCT/GB2010/000074.
His
most celebrated invention, the Anti-Corrosive Special Paint (specifically
Transteel Blue, White Enamel QAD), was a revolutionary industrial solution
designed to combat severe corrosion in offshore facilities, particularly in
Nigeria's oil-rich Ibeno region.
But
more than an industrial remedy, it became the centerpiece of a prolonged legal
and moral battle for the rights of inventors.
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1.3 After The King: Unanswered Questions And A Lingering Call For Justice
Today,
the echoes of Uwemedimo’s words still resonate: a call for justice, a belief in
the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), and a commitment to
ensuring that intellectual property is honored.
But
following his death, the leadership transition raised serious concerns. Were
the interests of patentees truly protected?
In
this article, we dive deep into the legacy of King Uwemedimo, analyze the
missed legal opportunities, explore the role of WIPO and alternative dispute
resolution, and examine the current state of patentees still awaiting justice.
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2.0 The Invention That Changed Everything
2.10 Solving the Corrosion Problem in Ibeno
In
the early 1980s, Mobil Producing Nigeria Unlimited was grappling with a severe
corrosion crisis in its offshore facilities in the Ibeno region of Akwa Ibom
State.
Corrosion
was causing financial losses, safety hazards, and constant downtimes.
The
situation demanded an urgent solution, and King Uwemedimo rose to the
challenge.
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published by GES News on Reginould’s CCNL Updates for Patentees in Ijesha-Tedo.
His
invention—an Anti-Corrosive Special Paint formula—offered a cost-effective,
long-term solution.
Its
adoption was a game-changer, not only for Mobil but also for industrial
operations in the region.
The
product was later patented internationally, under the guidance of Global IP Law
experts and with support from Patent Licensing Agreement Lawyers.
This
was not merely an innovation; it was a declaration that African inventors could
provide globally viable solutions.
To verify patent claims, check out the
verified report by GES News: Proof of Patent Ownership? GES News ConfirmsComandclem Sent Documents to WIPO.
3.0 Uwemedimo’s Voice – Words Of Hope And Conviction
3.10 “The Planter Owns the Seeds” – A Patentee’s Wisdom
King
Uwemedimo often said, "The planter owns the seeds," underscoring his
deep belief in the rights of inventors.
He
frequently referenced the WIPO Arbitration Services and trusted in AlternativeDispute Resolution WIPO frameworks to deliver justice where conventional
systems failed.
In
his lifetime, he issued public statements, press briefings, and legal
declarations asserting that patentees and stakeholders in Comandclem Nigeria
would receive due royalties once the intellectual property battle was resolved
in their favor.
For
Uwemedimo, the invention was never just his—it belonged to a community of
believers, inventors, and investors.
For a closer look at global
arbitration, visit GES News on Inside WIPO’s Arbitration Role in Comandclem’sPatent Disputes.
4.0 International Patent Protection – The WIPO Link
Uwemedimo
filed International Application No. PCT/GB2010/000074, a milestone in securing
global protection for his invention.
With
this, the role of WIPO became central. Their arbitration and mediation tools
were critical avenues to resolve disputes related to patent infringement,
licensing disagreements, and royalty compensation.
Through
WIPO’s ADR framework, Uwemedimo could have pushed for a multinational
resolution, with the involvement of seasoned IP litigation lawyers,
international patent lawyers, and even comparative experts like oil rig-injury-lawyers for relevant precedent.
But
the dream began to unravel.
Explore the legal dimensions in GESNews coverage of Why Comandclem Took the $40B Royalty Dispute to WIPO – FullStory Here.
5.0 Leadership Shift – From Vision to Controversy
5.1 The Transition To Prince Reginould Uwemedimo
After
King Uwemedimo's death, leadership passed to his son, Prince Reginould
Uwemedimo.
Instead
of building on the legal foundation laid by his father, he dismissed renowned
legal experts like Babatunde Aiku (SAN) and Barrister Jesse Daniels, replacing
them with inexperienced lawyers.
Court
documents and public statements suggest these new appointees lacked the depth
of understanding required to navigate complex IP laws and international
arbitration.
The
trust once placed in the system began to erode.
This
leadership transition marked a turning point—not for the better.
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5.20 Dismissal of Experienced Legal Team
Following
the death of King Professor Clement John Adiamiko Uwemedimo, former Chairman
and Chief Executive of Comandclem Nigeria Limited and Comandclem (UK) Limited,
his son, Prince Reginould Uwemedimo, assumed leadership of Comandclem Nigeria
Limited.
Instead
of continuing with the experienced legal team—such as Babatunde Aiku (SAN) and
Barrister Jesse Daniels (a competent patent lawyer)—assembled by his father,
Prince Reginould dismissed them.
He
replaced them with less seasoned lawyers, including Professor Tony Ukam and
Professor Sodipo Bankole, to handle the company’s patent infringement case
against Mobil Producing Nigeria Unlimited, a case valued at over $40 billion.
This
strategic shift had serious consequences. The Nigerian Supreme Court struck out
the restoration applications filed by Professors Ukam and Bankole four times,
citing incompetence and urging Comandclem to review its filings.
Eventually,
the court had no choice but to dismiss the case entirely, dealing a fatal blow
to the hopes of patentees and halting progress toward the royalties King
Uwemedimo had fought for.
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national loss through GES News: Ignored Legal Advice? The $40 Billion Cost ofOverlooking Barrister Jesse’s Warning.
5.30 Failure To Use WIPO's ADR Framework
Critics
argue that Prince Reginould failed to uphold his father’s vision.
Rather
than leveraging the World Intellectual Property Organization’s (WIPO)
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanism under International Application
No. PCT/GB2010/000074, which offers international support for resolving
intellectual property disputes, he chose an alternate and less effective
approach.
He
also ignored the royalty facilitators appointed by his father and failed to
engage with the community of patentees and investors who supported the
company’s mission.
Instead,
he held meetings with patentees to solicit funds for international travel aimed
at launching new legal actions against Mobil—an approach many viewed as risky
and disconnected from the legacy and intentions of King Uwemedimo.
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coverage in GES News on CCNL’s Supreme Court Battle With Mobil Oil – FirstHearing Highlights.
5.40 Disappointment Among Patentees And Investors
Today,
the concerns of patentees, stakeholders, and investors remain unresolved.
The
vision of justice and compensation that King Uwemedimo championed now hangs in
the balance.
Rather
than utilizing the WIPO-registered International Application No.
PCT/GB2010/000074 and pursuing the necessary documentation already submitted to
WIPO, Prince Reginould remained inactive, missing critical opportunities to
recover the royalties owed.
As
a result, many patentees feel disappointed and betrayed.
For legal risks and global strategy
updates, explore GES News on Reginould Threatens Legal Action AgainstExxonMobil in the USA – What Patentees Should Know.
6.0 Supreme Court Setbacks – A Legal Strategy Gone Wrong
6.10 How the Restoration Applications Were Struck Out
Under
Prince Reginould’s administration, several restoration applications filed
before the Supreme Court of Nigeria were struck out.
This
legal misstep undermined years of progress.
For
many patentees and investors, this was the final blow. Their royalty claims,
once supported by a solid legal path, now faced monumental uncertainty.
Experiencedpatent infringement attorneys and royalty payment dispute lawyers agree: the
legal representation failed to present a compelling case, nor did they
capitalize on international legal precedents.
7.0 The Missed Opportunity—WIPO’s ADR Ignored
Despite
multiple chances to initiate WIPO Arbitration Services, the post-Uwemedimo
leadership ignored these globally accepted mechanisms.
The
result? A worsening of investor confidence, legal stagnation, and missed
chances to secure global enforcement.
Legalscholars in Global IP Law stress the importance of choosing international
frameworks over localized litigation when cross-border patents are involved.
A
robust collaboration with an intellectual property lawyer could have salvaged
the situation.
8.0 The Patentees' Disappointment – Voices Left Unheard
Today,
thousands of patentees and investors are left in limbo.
Many
who supported Uwemedimo financially, emotionally, and ideologically now feel
abandoned.
Their
calls for updates, dividends, or legal action go unanswered.
This
silence is deafening. Once a proud investment community, the Comandclem network
is now fractured, demoralized, and legally adrift.
For
them, engaging a skilled international patent lawyer or royalty payment dispute
lawyer is no longer an option—it's a necessity.
9.0 What Should Have Been Done – A Strategic Legal Path
The
roadmap to justice existed. King Uwemedimo had laid it out. If the posthumous
leadership had:
- a. Continued with experienced IP attorneys
- b. Used WIPO’s Alternative Dispute Resolution methods
- c. Built strong documentation and international alliances
...the
outcome could have been dramatically different.
A
qualified patent licensing agreement lawyer or IP litigation lawyer could have
turned this case into a landmark victory for inventors worldwide.
Instead,
the dream faltered.
10.0 Conclusion – Uwemedimo’s Legacy And The Road Ahead
King
Uwemedimo believed in the sanctity of invention. He believed that justice, even
if delayed, must never be denied.
His
invention solved a national problem, and his vision empowered countless
believers.
It
is time to revisit that vision. Legal experts must step in. WIPO Arbitration
Services must be re-engaged. And the rights of patentees must be restored.
This
is not just a legal fight. It is a moral duty.
To
those still waiting: Do not give up. Demand transparency. Seek expert legal
counsel. And never forget the promise: the planter owns the seeds.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. Who Was King C.J.A. Uwemedimo, And Why Is He Significant In Nigeria’s Innovation History?
- King Professor Clement John Adiamiko Uwemedimo was a visionary Nigerian inventor, legal scholar, and founder of Comandclem Nigeria Ltd. He developed an anti-corrosive special paint that solved major offshore corrosion problems in Nigeria’s oil industry. His patent became central to a prolonged legal battle for royalty payments and intellectual property recognition, making him a historic figure in Nigeria’s fight for patent justice.
2. What Was The Invention That Sparked The Patent Royalty Dispute?
- The invention in question was an Anti-Corrosive Special Paint, notably the Transteel Blue, White Enamel QAD. It was designed to protect offshore oil facilities, especially in the Ibeno region, from corrosion. The invention was later patented internationally under PCT/GB2010/000074, and adopted by Mobil Producing Nigeria Unlimited, which led to the patent infringement dispute.
3. Why Did King Uwemedimo Believe In WIPO And Alternative Dispute Resolution?
- King Uwemedimo had deep faith in WIPO Arbitration Services and the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) framework. He believed these international legal structures offered a fairer and faster resolution to royalty disputes than traditional court systems, especially in cross-border patent conflicts. He frequently invoked the saying: "The planter owns the seeds," to reinforce the inventor’s right to fair compensation.
4. What Is International Application No. PCT/GB2010/000074?
- This application represents the international patent filing made by King Uwemedimo through the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). It was designed to secure global patent protection and enforce the rights of Comandclem Nigeria and its stakeholders across multiple jurisdictions, opening doors for IP litigation lawyers and international patent lawyers to defend the invention’s ownership.
5. What Went Wrong After King Uwemedimo’s Death?
- After King Uwemedimo’s passing, leadership shifted to his son, Prince Reginould Uwemedimo, who replaced the experienced legal team with less qualified lawyers. This led to repeated Supreme Court setbacks, failed restoration applications, and the dismissal ofcompetent patent royalty lawyers, causing the legal case to collapse and raising questions among patentees and investors.
6. Could WIPO’s ADR Framework Have Saved The Case?
- Yes. Legal experts believe that leveraging WIPO’s Alternative Dispute Resolution tools could have created a path to international arbitration, avoiding domestic legal pitfalls. Anexperienced patent licensing agreement lawyer or IP litigation lawyer could have pursued enforceable outcomes via WIPO Arbitration Services—a route largely ignored by the new leadership.
7. Are The Patentees And Stakeholders Still Eligible To Receive Royalties?
- Technically, yes—but it depends on reviving the case with qualified intellectual property lawyers who understand global IP law and can navigate the WIPO system. Re-engaging with international legal mechanisms and submitting proper documentation may still offer a chance to recover the royalties due to patentees.
8. What Are The Roles Of Legal Experts Like Patent Infringement Attorneys And Royalty Payment Dispute Lawyers In This Case?
These professionals play a critical
role in:
- a. Enforcing intellectual property rights.
- b. Negotiating licensing agreements.
- c. Filing legal actions against infringers like Mobil Producing Nigeria.
- d. Utilizing international legal systems like WIPO’s ADR framework to recover royalties.
Engaging a seasoned international
patent lawyer or patent infringement attorney is crucial for progress.
9. Why Did The Nigerian Supreme Court Dismiss The Restoration Applications?
- The court struck out the applications multiple times due to procedural incompetence and poor legal representation. The replacement of seasoned lawyers such as Babatunde Aiku (SAN) with less experienced legal counsel led to avoidable errors and missed opportunities for appeals, ultimately resulting in the case’s dismissal.
10. What Should Current Patentees And Investors Do Now?
They should:
- a. Consult with an IP litigation lawyer or royalty payment-dispute lawyer.
- b. Demand transparency and access to case documentation.
- c. Push for re-engagement with WIPO Arbitration Services using the already filed PCT/GB2010/000074.
- d. Rebuild legal strategy with support from global IP law experts.
11. Why Is This Case Important For African Inventors And IP Rights?
- The Comandclem patent case is a landmark example of how African inventors can assert their rights globally. It shows the need for better IP legal education, access to international patent lawyers, and structured support from WIPO ADR services to prevent the marginalization of homegrown innovators.
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