Nigerian Senate advances Central Gaming Bill despite 2024 court ruling
Nigeria’s Senate approved the Central Gaming Bill 2025 on 8 October, proposing a national framework for lottery and online gaming. The move drew objections from the Coalition for Good Governance and Lagos Attorney General Lawal Pedro, who said it conflicts with the Supreme Court’s 2024 ruling that lottery and gaming regulation outside the Federal Capital Territory falls under state authority.
The bill could renew disputes over whether federal or state authorities regulate gaming outside the Federal Capital Territory.