📜 Gambling Legislation in Nigeria
Legal Framework
Legal and regulated by the National Lottery Regulatory Commission. License required. Largest market in Africa with more than 50 licensed operators.
Applicable Law
Legislation is governed by the National Lottery Act of 2005 (amended).
Regulatory Authority
National Lottery Regulatory Commission - Official website
Regulation
Mandatory license
Site Blocking
Licensed sports betting sites are not blocked. You can freely access authorized operators.
⚽ Most Popular Sports in Nigeria
Football
Football is extremely popular in Nigeria. The national team, the "Super Eagles", has won the AFCON 3 times. The Nigeria Professional Football League is very competitive.
Basketball
Basketball is very followed, with a developing professional league.
Athlétisme
Nigeria has produced many Olympic champions in athletics.
Boxe
Boxing is very popular, with several world champions.
🏟️ Main Football Clubs in Nigeria
Nigeria has a competitive professional football league. Here are the main clubs that dominate the championship:
Aba • 9 championship titles
Kano • 4 championship titles
Port Harcourt • Professional club
Makurdi • Professional club
📊 Useful Information for Bettors
💰 Currency
Nigerian Naira (NGN)
🌍 Time Zone
UTC+1 (WAT)
📱 Internet Access
Penetration rate: ~55%
⚖️ Legal Status
✅ Legal & Regulated
👥 Population
~218 million
🏛️ Capital
Abuja
📚 Reference Guide
Available Operators
Licensed operators: Bet9ja, SportyBet, 1xBet
📅 Future Evolution
Last update: 24 November 2025
The information presented is based on current legislation. We regularly update our data to reflect legislative changes.