Nigeria, Nov. 3 -- A family in Jalingo, Taraba State, has appealed to sports betting companies to suspend or permanently close the betting accounts of a young man, Paul Matudi, over concerns about his alleged gambling addiction.

The family said Mr Matudi's involvement in sports betting had become excessive, raising concerns about its impact on his education, finances and the emotional well-being of relatives.

The appeal was contained in a letter dated 30 October and addressed to the management of betting companies operating in Jalingo and Ardo-Kola Local Government Areas of the state.

The letter, signed by Abraham Matudi, who identified himself as the young man's family representative, urged betting operators to immediately suspend, fr...