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While discussing Nigeria’s evolving regulatory landscape, Olabimpe provided a thoughtful analysis on the implications of the recent Supreme Court ruling that grants states authority to regulate gaming within their borders. Drawing from her previous role as Executive Secretary of the Association of Nigerian Bookmakers, Olabimpe Akingba explained, “So the Supreme Court judgment is a good one in this sense. I say it’s a good one because it at least gives clarity. I’m not saying it is without its challenge. I’m just saying a good one in the sense that at least there is now a judgment from the apex court of the land to say, this is what this should be based on what the Constitution provides.” This decision, she noted, brings clarity and could help reduce the burden of double taxation, a major issue for operators managing both online and retail platforms.
Still, the ruling brings new layers of complexity, particularly for online operators now facing state-level oversight. The solution, Akingba believes, lies in collaboration. “State regulators are talking about a uniform license, which is a good thing,” she said, voicing support for a system that mirrors the federal model and prevents unnecessary duplication.