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National Tobacco Control (NTC) Act 2015 may be exploited by the tobacco industry to deepen their reach in the Nigerian market. Recently, tobacco control activists in Lagos raised the alarm about the influx of new tobacco products without the mandatory Graphic Health Warnings (GHWs), which the Federal Government introduced in 2021. These health warnings were …
International Women’s Day (IWD) is a global celebration that honours the progress and accomplishments of women around the world. It serves as a platform to highlight the invaluable contributions women make in all spheres of society. Throughout history, women have continually showcased their capabilities and prowess, proving time and again that they can excel in …
Fifteen years after the National Assembly enacted the National Tobacco Control Act (NTCA) to protect Nigerians from the dangers of tobacco, the problem of the tobacco industry’s unhealthy relations with minors continues to be a talking point. A case in point is the recent investigation by a tobacco control advocate, GST, which revealed that vendors …