Abayomi Nurain Mumuni, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and CEO of MorRich Lottery Limited, has asserted that state governments lack the constitutional authority to regulate online gaming activities in Nigeria. This statement comes in support of the House of Representatives' Central Gaming Bill 2025, which aims to establish a unified regulatory framework for online and remote gaming operations that cross state and national boundaries. 

Mumuni emphasizes that the online domain is a national jurisdiction, as stipulated in the Exclusive Legislative List of the 1999 Constitution (as amended), granting the federal government exclusive powers over telecommunications and the internet. He argues that since online gaming transcends individual state borders, its regulation should fall under federal oversight. 

Addressing concerns about a recent Supreme Court judgment in AG Lagos & Ors Vs AG Federation & Anor SC/1/2008, Mumuni points out that the ruling did not address the regulation of online and remote gaming. He contends that the assertion by the Federation of State Gaming Regulators (FSGR) that the proposed bill contradicts the Supreme Court's decision is factually incorrect. 

Furthermore, Mumuni highlights potential security risks associated with decentralized lottery regulation. In a petition to the National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, he outlines concerns such as challenges in implementing effective Know Your Customer (KYC) processes, increased cybersecurity threats, potential for money laundering, and regulatory disparities across states. He advocates for a centralized regulatory approach to mitigate these risks and align Nigeria's gaming industry with international best practices. 

In summary, Mumuni supports the Central Gaming Bill 2025, emphasizing the necessity of federal regulation for online gaming to ensure constitutional alignment and address security challenges inherent in a decentralized system