Nigeria is modernizing its regulatory framework, enhancing international cooperation, and implementing local reforms to elevate the standards of the gambling industry. The regulatory body in Enugu State emphasizes that this initiative aligns with global best practices and boosts investor confidence.
Recently, Nigeria has made several new moves in gambling regulation, upgrading their regulatory framework and signing a memorandum of understanding with a Swiss institution. Alinze Arum, the regulatory head of Enugu State, believes these measures are reliable and can make Nigeria's online gambling m
Since its establishment, 42 Gaming Group (42GG) has always adhered to a clear goal: to create iGaming products and brands with differentiated competitive advantages in regulated markets.The Meaning Behind the Name"42" originates from the sci-fi classic "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy," represe
Nigerian renowned sports betting company Bet9ja announced a multi-year partnership with Balmoral Group Promotions, marking a further deepening of its layout in the professional boxing field. This cooperation aims not only to promote local boxing but also to enhance Nigeria's influence on the global
Cryptocurrency gambling operator BC.Game announced a sponsorship deal with Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) club Kwara United FC, becoming the main sponsor for the team's home and away jerseys for the 2025/26 season. The initial cooperation is for one year, but both parties have the opti
The gambling market in sub-Saharan Africa is heating up rapidly, and people's work and life status have become important factors affecting gambling habits. A recent survey found that there are significant differences in the way and frequency of betting depending on the profession.GeoPoll conducted a
The Lagos State Lotteries and Gaming Authority (LSLGA) has officially launched SafePlay, a national self-exclusion portal for all licensed gambling platforms in the state, allowing players to voluntarily opt out of gambling activities, highlighting the regulator's focus on player welfare beyond reve
Nigeria's mobile gaming market welcomes a transformative product. The new game "Rise & Hustle" features a "free-to-play, real rewards" model, tailored specifically for the local "mobile-first" population, supports entry-level smartphones, consumes very low data, and completely eliminates in-app paym
Nigeria—The African gaming industry is experiencing explosive growth, with an annual growth rate of 12%, six times the global average. This momentum is largely due to the widespread use of smartphones, the rise of esports, and the rapid expansion of game content centered on local culture.According t
Nigeria Enugu State—To regulate the local gambling market, the Enugu State Gambling and Lottery Commission (ESGLC) recently carried out enforcement actions against several unlicensed entertainment venues, sealing a large number of illegal cumulative jackpot slot machines.This crackdown was initiated
Nigeria's National Assembly is advancing the Central Gaming Act aimed at establishing a unified gambling regulatory system, but the bill is facing fierce opposition from state governments and the Federation of State Gaming Regulators of Nigeria (FSGRN). Opponents claim that the bill not only infring
The emerging mobile gaming platform in Africa, Rise & Hustle, has officially launched in Nigeria, featuring a "click-to-earn" model. Users can accumulate points for real-world rewards, including call time, branded merchandise, and Rise tokens based on blockchain, simply by clicking to advance the ga
The Federal Government of Nigeria's proposed "Central Gaming Act" is facing strong opposition from various state governments and the Federation of State Gaming Regulators of Nigeria (FSGRN). The bill aims to establish a unified national gaming regulatory framework that covers all gambling activities
In 2025, Nigeria's online gambling market is experiencing a historic boom. According to the latest industry report, the market size for online gambling alone is expected to reach $500 million this year, with a year-on-year growth rate of 16%, an increase of $100 million from 2023. This astonishing g
Driven by countries such as Nigeria, South Africa, and Kenya, the African gaming market is rapidly expanding. According to the latest report by Market Data Forecast, the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of the African digital gaming market is expected to reach 11.65% from 2024 to 2033. This growth
