Gambling always carries risk. Any bet can lead to financial loss. Treat betting as leisure, not a side hustle or a plan for income. Keep your wellbeing first.

Key principles for Nigeria players:

• Set a clear budget in ₦ and stick to it. Never stake funds for rent, fees, food, or debt.
• Decide your time limit before you start. Use session reminders to manage playing time.
• Avoid chasing losses. Losses are part of gambling.
• Keep savings and betting funds separate. Use payment limits to protect your budget.
• Do not gamble if you are stressed, tired, or under alcohol or drugs.
• Review your transaction history to learn your patterns and control spending.
• Use deposit, stake, or loss limits to manage exposure.
• Stop when it is no longer fun.
• 18+ only. Age checks and KYC may apply under Nigeria policy and law.
• On 1win, you can set limits, take time-outs, or self-exclude to protect your play.

Problem gambling can develop quietly. Early action helps protect your health and finances. Gambling addiction is a serious condition that needs attention.

Possible warning signs:

• Chasing losses or increasing stakes to recover money
• Spending more time or money than planned on betting
• Hiding betting from family or friends, or lying about losses
• Borrowing, selling items, or using credit to fund gambling
• Missing work, school, or duties due to betting
• Neglecting bills or using essential funds to play
• Feeling restless, irritable, or anxious when not gambling
• Gambling to escape stress, sadness, or other problems
• Repeated failed attempts to reduce or stop
• Thinking only a big win will fix your situation

You can take structured steps to manage risk and maintain control. Early boundaries help prevent addiction from developing.

Useful measures available to players:

• Set deposit, stake, and loss limits in your account settings.
• Turn on reality checks and session time reminders.
• Use time-out (cooling-off) to pause betting for a set period.
• Apply self-exclusion if you need a longer break from gambling.
• Review detailed account and bet history to learn and adjust.
• Opt out of marketing messages to reduce betting triggers.
• Keep a written budget and goal for each session.
• Remove saved payment methods to add friction before you play.
• Install device-level blocking or filtering software to limit access.
• Speak to support to adjust limits or request account closure on 1win.

Support is available if gambling is affecting your life. Professional help and local guidance can make a difference.

Trusted resources in Nigeria:

• National Lottery Regulatory Commission (NLRC): guidance on responsible gaming and player rights https://nlrc.gov.ng
• Lagos State Lotteries and Gaming Authority (LSLGA): local rules, consumer protection, and complaints https://lslga.ng
• Mentally Aware Nigeria Initiative (MANI): mental health education and support signposting https://mentallyaware.org
• Suicide Research and Prevention Initiative Nigeria (SURPIN): crisis support and referrals https://surpinng.com
• Federal Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital, Yaba, Lagos: specialist assessment and treatment https://fnphyaba.gov.ng
• National emergency number: dial 112 for urgent assistance

If you feel your betting is getting out of control, contact support for help setting limits, time-outs, or self-exclusion. Your request will be handled confidentially and respectfully.

Ways to reach 1win support:

• Live chat in the app or on the website, 24/7
• Help Centre: submit a support ticket from your account
• Email support: use the official address shown on the Help Centre page
• Responsible gaming requests: ask for self-exclusion or custom limits via chat or ticket