Nigerian gov't implements N10 tax charge on soft drinks The Nigerian government has commenced the implementation of N10 tax per litre of soda drinks on companies importing and producing Sugar-Sweetened Beverages (SSBs) better known as ‘soft drinks’ before they can be marketed in the country. Earlier, the federal government through the Nigerian Customs proposed taxation on soda drinks to reduce the incidences of non-communicable diseases in the country. The Chief Superintendent of Customs, Department of Excise, Free Trade Zone, and Industrial Incentives, Mr Dennis Ituma, disclosed the commencement of the exercise during...