How inflation undermines Nigeria's sugar tax

How inflation undermines Nigeria's sugar tax

Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) account for 29% of deaths in Nigeria and place a heavy burden on the country's health systems, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). Leading experts warn that NCDs are quietly becoming a major health concern, particularly in cities where ultra-processed foods high in salt, unhealthy fats, and sugar have become increasingly common. Approximately 11 million Nigerians are living with diabetes, but millio…