Online Betting

Abuja, Nigeria – December 8, 2025 – Nigeria is witnessing rapid expansion of the online betting industry, driven by widespread smartphone penetration, aggressive digital marketing, and increasing economic pressures that push many citizens toward gaming platforms as alternative income sources. While the sector has become a significant contributor to employment and revenue generation, analysts and civil society groups warn that the fast-growing trend is creating new regulatory and social challenges that demand urgent intervention. Industry observers…