The attention of the Lagos State Lotteries and Gaming Authority (LSLGA) has been drawn to certain online publications falsely claiming that the Authority has blacklisted several betting operators in Nigeria. These publications, including those appearing on e-playafrica.com, telecomasia.net, and africangambit.com, are not only misleading but also grossly inaccurate. LSLGA categorically distances itself from these reports […]
September 2025
Licensing Categories and Compliance
To engage in gambling, lotteries, and games of chance, whether online or land-based, within Lagos State, it is essential to obtain a licence from the appropriate regulatory authority, the Lagos State Lotteries and Gaming Authority (LSLGA), as specified in the Lagos State Lotteries and Gaming Authority Law of 2021. This process involves a thorough background
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A BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO UNDERSTANDING GAMING LAWS IN LAGOS STATE
Is gaming legal in Lagos State? Yes, gaming is legal in Lagos State, but every gaming operator must obtain a gaming license from the Lagos State Lotteries and Gaming Authority (LSLGA). To establish a gaming operation in Lagos State, the prospective operator must have obtained a license or permit from the LSLGA. The license or permit
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