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Nigerian anti-graft agency urges casino operators to comply with money laundering laws Nigeria RegulationThe Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has called on operators in the casino and gaming sectors to strictly adhere to Anti-Money Laundering and Counter Terrorism Financing (AML/CFT) laws in their operations. This call was made during a workshop titled "Promoting Implementation of Customer Due Diligence and Targeted Financial Sanctions (TFS) Requirements in Casinos and Gaming Sector" h...June 16, 2024 -
Over half of Nigerians engaged in sports betting in the past 12 months, reports TGM Market analysis NigeriaA staggering 51.7% of Nigerians have placed bets on sports in the past year, according to the latest Gambling and Sports Betting Report Overview by TGM Research. The report provides a detailed analysis of gambling behaviors in Nigeria, highlighting significant trends and participation rates.June 4, 2024 -
Nigeria takes the lead in global Bitcoin interest Nigeria CryptocurrenciesNigeria has emerged as the global leader in bitcoin interest, as per a report by Odaily citing Google Trends data.June 3, 2024 -
Nigeria's Enugu State gears up for its inaugural gambling conference Nigeria Events and exhibitsIn Nigeria the Enugu State Government has announced the inaugural Enugu State Gaming Conference, set to take place on June 27, 2024, at the Amadeo Event Centre in Enugu. The conference aims to attract investments that will drive economic growth in the state and establish Enugu as a leading destination for gambling tourism.June 2, 2024 -
Nigerian lawmakers push for cryptocurrency regulation to enhance accountability and investor protection Nigeria CryptocurrenciesA move towards regulating cryptocurrency in Nigeria has been initiated by lawmakers, with a focus on enhancing transparency, accountability, and investor protection.May 29, 2024 -
BetCorrect and Nigerian Influencer Nasboi forge dynamic partnership Nigeria Sports bettingBetCorrect, a leading betting platform, has announced an exciting partnership with popular Nigerian influencer Nasboi. This collaboration marks a significant milestone for BetCorrect as it aims to bring fresh ideas and innovative campaigns to its customers.May 27, 2024 -
Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman makes history with hat-trick in UEFA Europa League Final NigeriaNigerian forward Ademola Lookman became first-ever African player to score two or more goals in a European Cup final. Lookman's three goals propelled Italian club Atalanta to a decisive 3-0 victory over Bayer Leverkusen in the Europa League final, held on May 22 at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin.May 23, 2024 -
Nigerian International Ola Aina signs contract extension with Nottingham Forest NigeriaNottingham Forest, the English Premier League club, has announced a one-year extension to Ola Aina's contract, keeping the Nigerian international at the club until June 2025. The 27-year-old full-back joined Forest on a free transfer last summer and has made a positive impact in his debut season at the City Ground.May 22, 2024 -
Nigerian gaming regulators express concerns over 15-year concession for revenue assurance platform Nigeria RegulationGaming regulators from 23 Nigerian states have voiced apprehensions regarding the recent decision by the Federal Executive Council (FEC) to grant a 15-year concession to Messrs Yuan Resources Limited for the implementation of a revenue assurance platform within the lottery and gaming sector.May 21, 2024 -
Lawmakers advocate for implementation of sports betting monitoring system in Nigeria Regulation NigeriaIn the past week, the Nigerian House of Representatives has put forth a proposal for the establishment of a centralized sports betting monitoring system. This initiative, spearheaded by committee chairman Canice Moore Chukwugoze Nwachukwu, was presented during a public hearing on the need to curtail the dangerous effects of sports betting and direct the National Lottery Regulatory Commission to co...May 13, 2024
