By Harry Awurumibe, Editor Abuja Bureau
Following the recent cyber attack on the operations of the famous Nigeria gaming outfit, Bet9ja by yet to be ascertained cyber hackers, the management of the National Lottery Regulatory Commission (NLRC) has assured the general public that the
Commission is working with the affected company to ensure that no one suffers any loss due to this situation.
This assurance was contained in a press statement made available to journalists on Friday by the NLRC which also said 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.
The press statement titled: Public Notice on Cyber Hack of Bet9ja read in parts: “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”.
