As the match progressed, the boy anxiously watched the game, cheering on his favorite team. When the final whistle blew, he quickly checked his Bet9ja account to see if he had won. To his utter shock and delight, he had matched all the correct scores, winning the top prize of ₦43 million.

“While it’s great to see people winning big, it’s essential to remember that betting should be done responsibly,” said a spokesperson for Bet9ja. “We encourage our users to set limits and not to bet more than they can afford to lose.”

“I usually follow the matches closely and try to analyze the teams’ past performances,” he said. “I also like to read up on the teams’ current form and injuries. This time, I think my research paid off.”