Lagos attorney general warns Central Gaming Bill violates Supreme Court ruling
Regulation · SectorWire deskSource published
Summary
Lagos State attorney general Lawal Pedro told a press briefing that the proposed Central Gaming Bill is unconstitutional and conflicts with a Supreme Court judgment reserving lottery, gaming and betting regulation to the states. He urged the Senate to decline concurrence with the bill, which would repeal the National Lottery Act and regulate online gaming nationwide.
Why it matters
The bill's fate determines whether Nigerian online operators face federal or state licensing and possible legal dispute.
Cite as: SectorWire, “Lagos attorney general warns Central Gaming Bill violates Supreme Court ruling”, 30 October 2025, https://sectorwire.news/item/lagos-attorney-general-warns-central-gaming-bill-violates-supreme-cour/