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ARTICLE · 25 JANUARY 2024

Gambling 2024 - 10th Edition

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Each product licence operates within a legal framework that reflects a mix of federal- and state-level regulations. An operator seeking to operate under a product...

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1 Relevant Authorities and Legislation

1.1 Which entities regulate what type of gambling and social/skill gaming activity in your jurisdiction?

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1.2 Specify: (i) the law and regulation that applies to the Relevant Products in your jurisdiction; and (ii) – in broad terms – whether it permits or prohibits the offer of Relevant Products to persons located in your jurisdiction.

Each product licence operates within a legal framework that reflects a mix of federal- and state-level regulations. An operator seeking to operate under a product licence must comply with both direct and indirect regulations. The National Lottery Act 2005 and the National Lottery Regulation 2007 establish the overarching guidelines, while other pieces of legislation, such as the Casino and Gaming Machines (Prohibition) Act 1977, Casino Taxation Act, Companies and Allied Matters Act 2020, Criminal Code of Nigeria, Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Act (FCCPA), Data Protection Act

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