FG has issued a statement on Bet9ja Website Hacked, Sends Message To Bettors This online news outlet, the Bet9ja website hacked was confirmed by the company, which stated that the entire Bet9ja system had been hacked by the Russian Blackcat group, which is known for hacking major corporations around the world.
Russian Blackcat Group has asked Bet9ja company to pay unspecified larger sum of money in the tune of 5B naira.
The company told their esteemed customers to remain calm as everything will be under control. Read statement Here The Federal Government statement reads as follows ; “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.
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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.” F.A.Q