More Frustrations For Gamblers As Reps Move Against Sports Betting In Nigeria

The House of Representatives is to tighten sports betting in Nigeria and urged the National Lottery Regulatory Commission (NLRC) to comply with the Lottery Regulatory Commission Act, of 2005.

The decision followed the adoption of a motion by Rep. Kelechi Nwogu (PDP-Rivers) at plenary in Abuja on Thursday.

Nwogu lamented that weak or neglected regulations of sports betting have given rise to mental health problems, such as depression, anxiety, and addiction.

He added that it had also led to strain or broken relationships due to lying or stealing from friends and family, financial problems, legal issues, and job loss due to excessive loss or debt. “Betting has given rise to increased crime rate and eventual suicide,” he said.

Nwogu emphasized on the need for campaigns to prevent the negative social impact of lottery and underage participation. 

After adopting the motion, the House unanimously directed the Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation to conduct a comprehensive nationwide campaign to raise public awareness about the negative impact of youth participation in sports betting. 

In addition, the House ordered the Committee on Inter–Governmental Affairs to conduct a Public Hearing on the dangerous effects of sports betting in Nigeria. It gave  the committee four weeks to report back for further legislative action. 

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