This research investigates online gambling addiction among young Nigerians, examining how pervasive gambling advertising shapes behavior and mental health. By analyzing public service announcements and international policies, the study calls for targeted, youth-centered media interventions to promote responsible gambling and prevent harm, despair, and loss of life.

The speaker examines online gambling addiction among Nigerians aged 18–40, highlighting rising exposure, inadequate regulation, and personal impacts. Through media analysis and international policy comparisons, the research evaluates the effectiveness of public service announcements and calls for targeted digital interventions to reduce harm among young people.