BETTING NIGERIA Why Sports Betting Continues To Gain Traction in Nigeria 6 days ago Szarlot Post Views: 49 In Nigeria, the popularity of sports betting has increased exponentially in recent years, with expanded investment in sporting events. The pastime has become attractive due to the many perceived benefits of online sports wagering, where players can try their luck, book a bet, and potentially win big. However, its popularity has also resulted in an elevated necessity for participants to practice responsible gambling. This article will give an overview of the rise of sports betting in Nigeria. How much money does sports betting generate? Nigeria has a population of more than 200 million, whilst the legal age for sports wagering is 18. According to the 2020 draft of the Nigerian National Sports Industry Policy, the industry generated N2trn ($4.7bn) annually, creating 5-10 million direct and indirect employment opportunities. The sector also contributed approximately 1.5% to 3% of the country’s GDP in the past decade. Sports development has stagnated Despite the overall expanded popularity of sports betting, sports development in Nigeria has struggled to advance, with the sector contributing below 1% of its GDP. Regardless, many sports fanatics hope that the sports betting industry will boost the sector through endorsements, sponsorships and promotions, and many sports betting companies have begun to invest – albeit gradually. With increased interest in sports wagering, there can be higher sports match attendance and more income for clubs and players. This can also improve TV viewership and generate more governmental revenue. What is the most popular sport? Football is the most popular sport in Nigeria. The country has an ever-growing fanbase of local and international matches – thus, most sports betting companies have prioritised football as the top sporting event. As well as providing a ‘book a bet’ feature, sportsbooks offer detailed statistics about matches, live betting and streaming of most football matches. As a result, most sportsbooks operating in Nigeria now offer odds for football matches. These matches are organised by the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL). How is sports betting regulated? Sportsbooks in Nigeria (where participants can book a bet in advance) are licensed and regulated by the National Lottery Regulatory Commission (NLRC), ensuring participants have access to a secure sports betting platform. More than 47 sportsbooks operate in the country, and popular brands have a growing number of users in Nigeria. Betting companies have introduced new technology in their service and product provision, increasing their coverage and improving security when betting on sports in Nigeria. Thus, digital platforms have facilitated sports wagering amongst a wider audience of potential players. It is hoped that these improved regulations will also encourage responsible betting in Nigeria. Source: nigerianbulletin.com About Post Author Szarlot I am a fan of casino games especially roulette and blackjack. After that I analyze current events in the gambling industry. See author's posts SzarlotI am a fan of casino games especially roulette and blackjack. After that I analyze current events in the gambling industry. Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email Print Tags: football, National Lottery Regulatory Commission, Nigeria, sports betting Continue Reading Previous How workers, agents impact on gaming industryNext BetKing Celebrates Nigeria’s New Para World Champion More Stories BETTING EXPERTS Is Long-Term Betting a Smart Investment Strategy? 9 hours ago Szarlot BETTING KENYA MossBets Steps Up Virtual Gaming In Kenya 11 hours ago Samuel BETTING NIGERIA Can Nigeria Return to the World Cup Finals in 2026? 11 hours ago Samuel NIGERIA ONLINE The Legal Landscape for Nigerian Online Casinos 11 hours ago Samuel NIGERIA ONLINE Three Most Popular Payment Methods For Online Casinos 1 day ago Samuel BETTING NIGERIA Nigerian players running rings in foreign leagues 2 days ago Samuel BETTING SOUTH AFRICA Analyzing the top 5 online sports betting platforms in South Africa 2 days ago Szarlot BETTING UGANDA Gambler accuses betting firm betPawa of refusing to pay his sh10m 2 days ago Szarlot BETTING NIGERIA PARIPESA Pays Out 500 Million Naira One-Night Win 3 days ago Samuel BETTING UGANDA Pastor closes church after winning over 100m from sports betting 3 days ago Szarlot BETTING NIGERIA BetKing Celebrates Nigeria’s New Para World Champion 6 days ago Samuel EXPERTS NIGERIA How workers, agents impact on gaming industry 1 week ago Szarlot Leave a Reply Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Comment * Name * Email * Website Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Δ This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.