Nigeria

Nigeria's FCCPC announces British American Tobacco fined $110m for federal regulations violation in 2023.

Nigeria announces new measures to restrict tobacco depiction in films, a groundbreaking step for Africa's largest movie industry.

African group condemns Burna Boy's company for partnership with e-cigarette firm, raising concerns over marketing influence and health risks.

Nigeria's President Tinubu has dismissed Babatunde Irukera, the CEO of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC).

BAT told 2FIRSTS that "all disputes related to Nigeria have been resolved satisfactorily". Seen as a price paid to become compliant, fines or settlements are not unique among tobacco conglomerates.

British American Tobacco (BAT) reaffirms commitment to comply with Nigerian laws following $110 million fine by FCCPC.

BATN, a subsidiary of British American Tobacco, has paid a $110 million fine to the Nigerian government, according to a statement.

Nigeria's FCCPC fines British American Tobacco Nigeria $110 million for violating competition and consumer protection laws.