When my article, ‘How to build a great brand’ was published recently, I received an email from an unlikeliest source. It came from Al Ries–one of the world’s best known marketing strategists — all the way from Atlanta, Georgia, United States, after reading the article. Al is 93 years old and he
Mathew Dadiya, Abuja The new excise duty rates for alcoholic beverages and tobacco takes effect from today, as approved by President Muhammadu Buhari. The Daily Times recalls that the Federal Government had in March this year granted a grace period of 90 days (three months) to all manufacturers with a view to allowing them comply […]
The Food, Beverage and Tobacco Senior Staff Association (FOBTOB) have urged the Federal Government to re-evaluate the recommendation made by the Minister of Finance, Mrs. Kemi Adeosun to raise tariff on alcohol and tobacco because of their health implications and to raise revenue, hinting that it would lead to massive job loss in the country. […]