How to check if a betting, casino or lottery operator is licensed in Lagos State
Before you play, bet or partner with any gaming company operating in Lagos State, confirm that it holds a valid licence from the Lagos State Lotteries and Gaming Authority (LSLGA). Operating without an LSLGA licence is illegal in Lagos State.
Step 1: Search the official register of licensed operators
The Authority publishes the full, up-to-date register of every licensed operator, grouped by licence category — online sports betting, online casino, public online lottery, hotel and standalone casino, pools betting, gaming machines, scratch cards, other games and business-to-business suppliers.
View the list of licensed operators in Lagos State →
Step 2: Check the licence expiry date
Each entry in the register shows the operator’s company name, licence category and licence expiry date. If the expiry date has passed, the operator is not currently authorised to offer that gaming service in Lagos State until the licence is renewed.
Step 3: Check the illegal and unlicensed operator lists
The Authority also publishes names of operators found to be running gaming services in Lagos State without authorisation.
Step 4: Report an unlicensed operator
If you come across a betting site, casino, lottery, gaming machine or promotional draw operating in Lagos State that does not appear on the register, report it to the Authority.
Report an unlicensed gaming operator →
Frequently asked questions
Who regulates betting and gaming in Lagos State?
The Lagos State Lotteries and Gaming Authority (LSLGA) regulates lotteries, sports betting, casinos, gaming machines, promotional competitions and other gaming activities carried out within Lagos State.
Is a national licence enough to operate in Lagos State?
No. An operator offering gaming services within Lagos State must be licensed by the Lagos State Lotteries and Gaming Authority.
How do I apply for a gaming licence in Lagos?
Review the available gaming licence categories and the Lagos State gaming law, then contact the Authority to begin your application.
How often is the register updated?
The register of licensed operators is maintained by the Authority and updated as licences are issued, renewed or expire.