With GamStop a popular gambling addiction preventative in jurisdictions such as the UK, other countries have been considering the positives of using it. However, in Nigeria, GamSop is actually not available for native casinos in the country. It only works on UK-licensed casinos accessible to Nigerians.
So is it actually worth it for Nigerians to sign up and join? Arguably, no it really isn’t. Of course, players in Nigeria can still sign up to one of the offshore casinos that do offer this self-exclusion program, but they can also enjoy self-exclusion programs from native Nigerian casinos too. But before we get in too deep here, let’s take a look at the pros and cons of both types of casinos.
GamStop sites and what they offer
For most, the pros of a GamStop casino are obvious. They offer one of the stricter self-exclusion programs out there. Joining one of these casinos means that players know they are in a secure, safe environment. But, there is often a smaller selection of games, bonuses, payment options, and general variety at one of these sites.
Nigerians will typically find that they’re required to play in GBP or EUR, which can result in rather high conversion fees as well. As such, they don’t necessarily offer as many benefits as a non-GamStop casino.
Advantages of non-GamStop casinos
First up, these casinos are far easier for Nigerians to access and play at. In addition, they also have a wider array of games on offer, available from a greater number of providers. GamStop casinos are limited to offering games from providers licensed in the UK. Not so for non-GamStop casinos, which means Nigerians have more gaming freedom and choice.
Excitingly, these casinos also offer an array of lucrative bonuses and promotions. While GamStop casinos do, they’re typically limited or have higher wagering requirements in place. With non-GamStop casinos there are often no deposit bonuses, reload offers, free spins, cashback, and much more.
Payment methods are also more varied. For instance, Ethereum casinos and other cryptocurrency betting sites are all available as non-GamStop sites. Cryptocurrencies are not permitted in GamStop casinos, so Nigerians are severely limiting their payment options when they go for a GamStop casino. Additionally, non-GamStop sites have a wider array of payment methods including a greater variety of eWallets and the option to use credit cards, a method specifically forbidden on GamStop casinos.
Staying vigilant at non-GamStop casinos
So, there are many positives, but also some negatives. And these must be taken seriously. One of the main issues is that there are reduced responsible gambling options available. If having proper responsible gambling tools is a must, then this is where GamStop casinos are superior. Players that do suffer from addiction won’t be able to put one of these casinos on a block list, and will still be able to access it whenever they choose, further exacerbating their gambling problem.
On top of this, some of these non-GamStop sites also offer very poor customer service. Players are unable to get access to the help they need with FAQs often offering faster, more helpful support than that which is offered via the live chat or email.
To GamStop or not to GamStop?
At the end of the day, whether or not Nigerians choose to join a GamStop casino is entirely up to them. Each casino type has its pros and cons which are worth weighing up. It depends on what the player is ultimately looking for when they play at an online casino. That being said, even a non-GamStop casino should only be joined if it holds the proper licensing and offers responsible gambling tools.
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