Peace Abiola
Sports Writer
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Favourite English Club
Manchester United
Favourite Football Player
Christiano Ronaldo
Favourite National Team
The Super Eagles
Peace Abiola is a sports correspondent, with special interest in writing about human nuances regarding sports
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Betting
Breaking Barriers: How Women Are Thriving in Nigeria’s Male-Dominated Betting Industry
The betting industry in Nigeria is breaking gender stereotypes as more women like Oluwanifemi Adabale are excelling in roles previously dominated by men. Despite challenges, women like Maha Otu are thriving in managerial roles and advocating for more inclusivity in the industry. The potential for women in technology, marketing, customer experience, and leadership roles is vast, making them key players in the evolving gambling landscape.
Peace Abiola
2025-02-17
Betting
Nigerian States Win Lottery Regulation Rights as Supreme Court Rules in Favour
The Supreme Court of Nigeria's landmark decision grants states exclusive rights to regulate the betting industry after a 15-year legal battle. This ruling aims to streamline licensing and taxation, providing a unified payment system for gaming operators while also creating new revenue opportunities for states. However, the decision also brings challenges such as tackling money laundering and data protection issues, requiring collaboration between state and federal agencies.
Peace Abiola
2024-12-03
Betting
Sports Betting Contributes to Computer Literacy Development in Nigeria.
A dim light cast long shadows over Ajayi Temitope’s face as he voraciously clicked the computer mouse in a Bet9ja shop on the street in Felele, Ibadan Nigeria.
Peace Abiola
2024-11-15
Betting
Sports Betting Company Pioneers Nigeria's Sports Infrastructure Transformation
A private sports betting company, led by Kunle Soname, is transforming Nigeria's sports infrastructure by building high-standard facilities like Remo Stars Stadium, addressing the lack of investment in grassroots sports development
Peace Abiola
2024-09-10
Peace Abiola
Peace, particularly delights in telling data-driven stories and interesting trajectories. Peace is focused on documenting how solutions are addressing challenges in Africa, amplifying the voices and stories of the individuals and organisations making a difference across the continent.