A new report by Gaming Compliance International (GCI) examines online gambling regulation across all 54 African countries and places Nigeria among the most regulated markets in Africa. The reporting also highlights the scale of illegal activity across the continent. Across Africa, online gambling gross gaming revenue (GGR) is reported at $23 billion in 2025. At the same time, an illegal online gambling market is estimated at $17.8 billion, indicating that unlicensed operators remain widely present despite regulatory efforts. The outlets also say that Nigeria is West Africa’s most regulated online gambling market in 2025, while other figures link illegal gambling to major fiscal losses. One source reports that governments in West Africa lose an estimated $3.55 billion in tax revenue due to unlicensed platforms. Overall, the articles present a consistent picture: Nigeria’s regulatory position stands out relative to other markets, but illegal operators continue to capture a significant share of consumer spending, contributing to substantial lost tax revenue and broader market concerns.