About Us
We are Gamble Alert and we are here to help!
We are dedicated to the prevention of, and the provision of treatment services for gambling harm in Nigeria. It is an independent charity guided by a Board of trustees working in the health, gaming, legal, and academic sectors. Gamble Alert is formed to advocate for responsible gambling, prevent underage gambling, provide bettors with a mental aid to help cut out impulsive bets, and provide clinical and rehabilitation assistance for gambling addicts.
Our Work in Action
Why Campaign for Responsible Gambling?
Young adults, and low-income and non-married people are almost universally found to be at elevated risk. This is according to the World Health Organization. Frequent participation in gambling activities that are continuous in nature and involve an element of actual or perceived skill is particularly strongly linked to problem gambling.
Excessive gambling often causes a multitude of emotional symptoms, including anxiety, depression, and even suicidal thoughts and tendencies. In extreme situations, these thoughts may lead a gambler to actually make an attempt to end their life.
At Gamble Alert, we understand that addressing addiction requires a multi-faceted approach. That is why we have committed ourselves not only to healing the wounds inflicted by addiction but also to preventing future wounds from occurring. Our dedication to research and prevention is an integral part of our overarching vision for a society free from the chains of gambling addiction.
Our Impact
23,400+
Under 18 secondary school students reached across Oyo, Osun, and Lagos states in Nigeria with sensitization on the dangers of underage gambling.
120+
Cases of gambling addiction from Nigeria and Ghana handled.
3M+
People reached through our campaigns for responsible gambling on different social media platforms.
20
Tuition and West African Secondary School Certification Examination (WASSCE) fees paid to keep students in school and focused on education.
40
Schools provided with educational materials, including writing materials and graphic reminders on the dangers of underage gambling.
12
Partners across Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Canada, and the United Kingdom.
5
Radio sensitization programs conducted on responsible gambling.
23
Interviews conducted with gambling stakeholders in ways to achieve responsible gambling in Nigeria.
Our Global Reach
From local sensitization programs in Nigeria to international partnerships, GambleAlert is making an impact across the globe.
Our Vision & Mission
Vision
To be the foremost organization in Africa leading safer gambling and player protection initiatives.
Mission
Gamble Alert creates a safe haven for individuals harmed by their own gambling or their important others' gambling to find solace and rediscover their strength.
Our Dedicated Team
Our dedicated team of professionals works tirelessly to provide counseling, rehabilitation, and other network of support.
Licensed counselors and rehabilitation specialists
Compassionate support network
Continuous training and development
Multidisciplinary approach
Meet Our Team
Professor Peter Olapegba
Chairman Board of Trustees
Olabimpe Akingba
Member of Board of Trustees
Véronique Dos Reis
Member of Board of Trustees
Prof. Rachel Volberg
International Research Advisor
Jody Bechtold
Technical Advisor Gambling Care & Treatment
Fisayo Oke
Chief Executive Officer
Dr. Ayodeji Ojo
Research Lead/Data Analyst
Olamide Oyeyemi
Head Of Programmes
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Bernadette Ewomazino
Head Of Operations
Falodun Jesse
Digital Media Lead
Blessing Sikigha
Programmes/Finance Officer
Tiwalola Odesola
Legal & Compliance Officer
Precious Oyelami
Psychology Intern
Kanayo Silas Livinus
Clinical Psychologist
Oyindamola Ilesanmi
Clinlical Psychology/Mental Health Counselor
What Someone Said
"With the help of Gamble Alert through counseling, and the guidance of experienced professionals, I began my journey toward recovery. The process was not easy, but it was worth it."
Dahud