Sports betting is regulated at the federal and state government levels in Nigeria. The type of sports betting activity a company wants to carry out will determine...

There has not been a consensus on whether the laws regulating sports be regarded as a sports law or the latter is the amalgamation of several laws. it is however safer to say Sports law is the application...

Obtaining a sports betting license in Nigeria is a crucial step for operators looking to establish a legitimate presence in this dynamic industry.

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...

Gaming remains one of the most lucrative and fastest-growing markets in Nigeria. Over the years, there has been an increasing number of game lovers and enthusiasts, especially among the youthful population...

Nigeria's gaming industry has grown exponentially in recent years, establishing itself as a lucrative market for global investors. Valued at over $1 billion, the sector is driven by Nigeria's youthful population...

The Nigeria Football Federation's landmark partnership with Adidas, worth a guaranteed $8.5 million annually, marks a significant shift in how African sports federations structure commercial deals. Beyond the headline figures lies a sophisticated intellectual property framework built on merchandise royalties, brand protection, and licensing rights that could reshape the commercial landscape of African sport.

Football contracts are captivating and intricate aspect of the sports world. The complexities and negotiations involved can leave fans and even players bewildered.

Sport lawyers and practitioners have declared that sports law and its associated businesses are unexploited money-spinner in Nigeria.

Nigeria is the largest market in Africa and one of the fastest growing countries in the world. The country has a thriving and relatively easy business environment with numerous investment opportunities in various sectors.

The African Cup of Nations (AFCON) has been held every two years since 1957, making it older than the corresponding Union of European Football Associations (UEFA)...

The global sports industry generates billions in revenue through broadcasting, sponsorships, and merchandising, with intellectual property rights serving as the invisible currency that determines ownership and profit. As Nigerian athletes command increasing global attention, this analysis examines whether they possess the legal tools and awareness necessary to protect and monetize their personal brands in an industry where image rights, trademarks...

The Sporting industry is an important sector in the Nigerian ecosystem because it has contributed significantly to economic growth and has served as an avenue for fostering peace and unity.

Betting is legal in Nigeria[i]. It was reported in the year 2021 that the projected number of Nigerians who bet will hit 95.1 million by the year 2022. Nigerians reportedly spend about N730 billion...

The Nigerian league system owes its format to the British.

The League Management Company (LMC) in exercising its rights derived from the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Act 1990 as the sole regulatory authority for football in Nigeria, ...

The rules determining a player's citizenship and national allegiance in the fast-paced world of international football have always generated much attention and controversy. Under FIFA rules

Broadcasting rights (also known as media rights) are legal rights which a broadcasting organisation owns and negotiates for the purpose of commercial exploitation.

On 28th July 2020, the SIWG comprising the NESG, the Federal Ministry of Youths and Sports, and critical sector stakeholders presented the NSIP draft document virtually to the Minister for Sports and Youth Development, Mr. Sunday Dare.

The July–September 2025 edition of the TEMS Sector Quarterly Insights captures key shifts across Technology, Entertainment, Media, and Sports in Nigeria and Africa.