GambleAlert
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| Category | Support community |
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| Founded | June 3, 2021 |
| Address | Ibadan, Nigeria |
| Official website | https://gamblealert.org |
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| Help & Support settings | Phone, Online, One-to-one, Group session |
| Helpline hours | 24/7 |
| Helpline number | +2349162957989 |
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| Last Updated | 16.03.2026 |
GambleAlert is a Nigerian non-profit organization dedicated to advocating for responsible gambling and providing support for gambling addiction.
What is GambleAlert
GambleAlert is an independent charitable organization that addresses the public health challenges of gambling addiction in Nigeria and across Africa. It operates through voluntary donations from the gambling industry to deliver education, training, and clinical assistance for affected individuals.[1]
Role in the Industry
The organization acts as a bridge between gaming operators, regulators, and public health experts to enforce responsible gaming practices. GambleAlert provides empirical research on gambling behaviors, such as studies on underage betting in Lagos and the severe risks of daily sports betting . Furthermore, it partners with major betting companies like BetKing and serves as the official responsible gaming helpline for 15 to 20 Nigerian gaming platforms.
History and Reach
| Year | Event |
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| April 2021 | GambleAlert was founded |
| September 2021 | Partnered with Gamban to give Nigerians a device-level tool to block access to gambling sites and apps[2] |
| 2025 | Moved into a systems-response role for gambling harm in Nigeria, with increased engagement volume and data enabling more targeted interventions, regulatory insight, and industry accountability[3] |
The organization operates in a market where, according to reports, approximately 60 million Nigerians between the ages of 18 and 40 actively gamble on sports.
Support Options
| Support Option | Description |
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| 24/7 Helpline | Provides immediate assistance and access to professional therapy sessions for individuals struggling with gambling addiction. Call +2349162957989 (free). |
| Education | Events and symposiums to raise awareness about gambling addiction and responsible gambling. |
| Health system coordination | Works alongside health departments, public health agencies, local authorities, and voluntary sector organizations to ensure referral routes and care pathways are in place in Nigeria |
| Gamban partnership | Callers can access a 7-day free trial or low-cost monthly Gamban subscription to block gambling sites at the device level |
| Parental Resources | Supplies resources specifically designed to help parents recognize the signs of underage problem gambling. |
GambleAlert Reviews
In 2025, the Lagos State Commissioner for Health described GambleAlert as a "game changer" for taking on gambling giants and pushing for mandatory addiction support. Industry leaders also commend the organization for providing effective, evidence-based interventions that address operators' pain points while actively helping players.[4]
GambleAlert Alternatives
| Community | Country | Help for Problem Gambling |
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| Gam-Anon | Global | Find a meeting |
| Gamblers Anonymous (GA) | Global | Find a meeting |
| SMART Recovery | Global | Find a meeting |
| GamblePause | NG | Find local support |
References
- ↑ https://gamblealert.org/about/
- ↑ https://www.vanguardngr.com/2022/10/the-gamble-alert-tackling-gaming-harm-and-promotion-self-exclusion-in-nigeria/
- ↑ https://africangambit.com/nigerian-stakeholders-urge-stronger-responsible-gaming-measures/
- ↑ https://igamingafrika.com/exclusive-fisayo-oke-on-advocacy-enforcement-and-the-future-of-responsible-gaming-in-nigeria/