The Federal Government has criticized cyber-attacks on Bet9ja, one of the most popular sports betting sites in Nigeria.
The management of the National Lottery Regulatory Commission, NLRC, in Abuja, released a statement to this effect.
In the statement, the NLRC stated that it was working with Bet9ja to guarantee that no one was harmed as a result of the situation.
The statement read; "The management of the National Lottery Regulatory Commission is using this medium to inform the general public that it is aware that KC Gaming Networks Limited (Bet9ja), one of the leading Sports Betting operators in Nigeria, recently suffered cyber-attacks on its operations.
"As the apex regulator of lotteries and gaming in Nigeria, we entirely condemn such a nefarious act that has adversely affected the company’s operations, howbeit temporarily.
"Furthermore, the NLRC is not unmindful of the challenges posed by this ugly situation to the Nigerian gaming public.
"However, we gladly state that Bet9ja is already on top of the matter, and normalcy will return to their business operations.
"Therefore, the gaming public should rest assured that the commission is working with Bet9ja to ensure that no one suffers any loss due to this situation.
"Consequently, we entreat your patience and understanding while the company restores its normal operations soon."
Earlier this week the betting company was attacked by Russian Blackcat Group who are famous for hacking big companies in the world, read (Here).
Bet9ja is a Nigerian online top bookmaker that provides bets on major sporting events.
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