‘65m Nigerians spend $15 daily on betting’ -- FG proposes gaming industry tax scheme

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Bello Maigari, executive secretary of the National Lottery Trust Fund , says Nigerians spend billions of dollars on betting each year, despite economic hardship.

“As of my last knowledge update in September 2021, the global online betting market was estimated to be worth over $50 billion, and it has continued to grow significantly since then. “Currently, there are over 65 million Nigerians actively engaging in this activity, spending 15 USD on average every day. It is on record, each day, 14 million bet takes and payments are made online in our country.”this year.

“Moreover, leveraging the gaming and betting industry as a tax contributor can help create a level playing field for both local and international operators,” he said.

 

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