Typhoo Tea, a 120-year-old teamaker, has been rescued by vape maker Supreme in a £10m deal after falling into administration due to declining sales and rising debts. While the acquisition will keep Typhoo “in British hands,” manufacturing will be moved abroad. Supreme’s CEO, Sandy Chadha, cited Typhoo’s iconic status and his personal connection to the brand as motivation for the purchase, part of the company’s strategy to diversify its offerings beyond e-cigarettes.
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Suspended Nigerian senator refused entry to National Assembly
A Nigerian senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, was denied entry to the National Assembly after being suspended for "unruly and disruptive" behavior, a decision she claims is retaliation for her accusation of sexual harassment against Senate President Godswill Akpabio, who denies the allegations. Civil society groups are calling for an investigation into her treatment, while Akpabio is challenging a court ruling that ordered her reinstatement, asserting that parliamentary procedures are beyond judicial interference. Want More Context? 🔎
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