Review
Bet9ja Pros and Cons
A definite plus about Bet9ja is the odds available, especially for the bigger football matches. These odds are often much better than the ones on offer from more well known sites, which makes it easier to find value bets on Bet9ja
One of the biggest cons about Bet9ja is the number of times a punter is required to playthrough their Bet9ja bonus before they are able to withdraw it, which makes the Bet9ja bonus a little bit less attractive than it should be.
The other major drawback is the lack of live streaming available of matches for those who like to bet in-play. Most of the bigger bookmakers offer streaming of the big games at least, and having none leaves Bet9ja lacking a little.
What markets do Bet9ja cover?
At the time this Bet9ja review was written, they covered a total of 28 sports on their sportsbook. As one would expect, the most popular sport by far is soccer, with nearly 2,500 different markets available in that sport alone. The range of leagues one can place a bet in is truly outstanding, with everything from the major European leagues such as the Premier League, La Liga and Bundesliga to leagues in South America, and Asia. There are even African leagues available for those looking to use their local knowledge. There are also markets available for people looking to bet on simulated reality leagues.
For those who are looking for bets away from soccer, there are markets in other major sports such as basketball, tennis and baseball. One thing that really stood out was the number of cycling bets available – not a sport that is often covered in depth by other bookmakers. There are also markets available for those who like to bet on eSports, with markets available in CS:GO, Dota 2 and League of Legends matches.
As one would expect from any reputable football sportsbook, there are the standard 12X and total goals markets, making it easy for any casual punter to put their standard bets on. While there are handicap markets available there doesn’t appear to be any Asian handicap markets which is a little disappointing, particularly for the more experienced punter looking for better value.
For the bigger games such as those in the Premier League there are some nice special bets available. These include 12X and over/under bets on shots on target, fouls and offsides along with a bet on whether VAR will be used in a game, or even by half time. These would be especially good for any punter who keeps track of statistics of teams.
How do odds at Bet9a compare to other bookmakers?
The odds at Bet9ja compare well with other bookmakers for the majority of sports.
At the time this Bet9ja review was written, the odds in the soccer part of the sportsbook were much better than most of the big European bookmakers, which means Bet9ja customers have a great opportunity to find value. This was replicated for bets in markets in other sports too, which is really pleasing to see.
In the more specialised markets, there is less value available. This is normal for bookmakers, as these markets tend to have less bettors placing bets and as such the bookie has to be a little bit more miserly with the odds they offer. However, that being said some of the markets looked attractive enough without having incredible odds as well.
The big shame is that unlike the big European bookmakers, at the time of this writing this Bet9ja review they don’t offer boosted bets for the big football matches, which is a shame because this would be something most punters have come to expect. However, when the odds in most markets are better than you can find elsewhere it seems somewhat immaterial that there are no odds boosts.
Bet9ja Bonus and Promotional Bets
There are some great Bet9ja bonus offers available. For new users there is a welcome bonus of 100%, up to 100,000 Naira. In addition to this offer, there is also a free league bet available which makes this offer very tempting. However, the playthrough rules are strict and customers have to roll over the free bets 10 times before they are able to withdraw.
There is also a great free game on Bet9ja called Super9ja. All players have to do is to predict six scores correctly to win a huge 10million Naira. The best 20 players each round win prizes too, with 100,000 Naira on offer to the player with the best score. As offers go this Bet9ja bonus is pretty amazing way for those with great knowledge to win some cash. At the time of this Bet9ja review the game is well above 200 rounds, which should show how good this feature is.
There is also a 170% boost feature for those gamblers who like playing with accumulator bets. To qualify you need to have at least five selections on your betslip, with each selection having a minimum odds of 1.20. If all five selections come in, then Bet9ja gives you a 5% bonus. This Bet9ja bonus increases with each additional bet added to the ticket, up to a maximum of 170%.
Live and in play betting with Bet9ja
As one would expect from any bookmaker, there is an in-play betting section for those punters who want to bet during a game. There are two kinds of in-play betting available for punters; real life matches and “zoom” matches.
As one would expect with any regular in play betting, punters can bet on the usual markets in play such as 12X, next goal and over/under goals. There is in play betting available in a range of sports, which is always pleasing to see.
The “zoom” matches are available 24 hours a day and are virtual matches based on teams in the major divisions. Again, 12X, next goal and over/under goals markets are available, but because the matches are simulated there is no wait for the next game, which means that there is always something to bet on.
The only downside is at the time of writing this bet9ja review, there is a lack of streaming of matches available. It’s become de rigueur for bookmakers to offer streaming of games to bettors, especially if they are making in-play bets. However, that being said, it makes sense that Bet9ja are not offering this service as live streaming requires a lot of bandwidth, which may not be available for all Bet9ja customers. Hopefully it’s something that will be improved upon as Bet9ja evolves.
Bet9ja Mobile App
For users on a mobile phone, there is no need to worry – you can access Bet9Ja on your phone just as easily as on your laptop. There is a fully designed mobile site available, along with a Bet9Ja mobile app which is available on both the Android and iOS platforms.
Although at the time of writing this Bet9ja review the Bet9ja mobile app isn’t available from the Apple or Android stores, it can be downloaded from the Bet9ja site pretty easily. Simply click the “mobile” on the Bet9ja website, and you will be given the download link and simple instructions for the platform you require. It’s worth noting that there are separate Bet9ja mobile apps available for the sportsbook and the online casino, so users would need to download both if they wanted to play both.
Bet9ja Interface
While the design of the Bet9ja website is a little bit spartan, it’s easy to find the bet you want and relatively quick to load on a laptop. Markets are divided by sport, league and then match, making it easy to filter down to the exact market that you want to place a bet in. The design of the website has been made with smaller resolution monitors in mind, meaning that a customer doesn’t have to have the latest spec laptop to be able to run the site.
The mobile site is just as simple to use. On the mobile site the sports are across the top of the page rather than down the side, and just the 12X bets are displayed on the list of matches rather than 12X, Double Chance and Over / Under goals. While the site does look a little bit bare in comparison to others, it has evidently been designed to make it easy to use more than to impress. This is important for customers who have a slower connection or an older mobile device.
Bet9ja Usability
Although the design of the Bet9ja website is utilitarian, it’s definitely easy to use. Whether on phone or a laptop, it’s easy to find the sport, league, and match you want to put your bet on. Filters are intuitive, meaning that it’s possible to place a bet very quickly.
One of the great things about the site not being flashy is that it’s quick to load. This is especially useful on mobile in an area with a 3G signal or worse and means that a punter can rely on being able to access the website even with a less than optimal connection.
At the time of writing this Bet9ja review, the “Firebets” section was in need of improvement as was difficult to understand, but this is no doubt something that will be developed in time.
Bet9ja Operating Licence
Bet9ja is the registered trading name of KC Gaming Networks Limited. KC Gaming Networks Limited hold the Lagos State Lotteries Board Licence, as well as the Sportsbook and Gaming licence issued by the State of Osun and is licenced to operate in all States of Nigeria where sports betting is permitted. Bet9ja registration is only possible from customers from Nigeria.
The State of Osun licence is displayed on the About Us page of the website to reassure customers that the site is legal to use.
Bet9ja Features
Bet9ja has a number of features designed for the entry level punters as well as for the experienced gambler.
The best feature for the basic bettor is the Super9ja game, which gives users a free chance to win big money. Each week, six games are chosen for users to predict the scores of. The top 20 players each round win cash prizes, which range from 100,000 Naira for the winner of the round to 200 Naira for 20th place. If someone does well enough to predict all six correct scores, then they win the jackpot of 10million Naira.
For experienced users, there is the chance to bet on the big leagues any time of the day, any day of the week in the Soccer Zoom markets. These simulated reality league games offer all the pre-match and live betting of regular games, but without the wait.
The Cut-1 feature is a great feature for any player who likes to bet on accumulators. We all know the pain of being one result out from winning a massive pay out; with the cut-1 feature that is no longer a problem. To qualify, you have to have at least five selections on your betslip and to select the cut-1 box on the betslip when you place the bet. What’s good to see is that choosing the cut-1 feature doesn’t disqualify you from the 170% Bet Boost offer, making it very attractive to go for a large ticket on Bet9ja.
There’s also an option for being able to play the same bets as others using the bet9ja book a bet feature. When you book a bet on bet9ja, you will be given a booking number. This number stores all the games selected in your bet. Anyone with that booking number can then play the same games without having to enter them manually, making it easy to share your bets and tips with other Bet9ja players you know.
Bet9ja Payments
It’s easy to deposit money into your bet9ja account, with a large range of options available. There are plenty of ways of depositing money which will instantly credit your account.
At the time of writing this Bet9ja review, the options which allow the lowest deposits are Interswitch (Verve, MasterCard and Visa) and Paycom Online transfer, which allows deposits as low as 10 Naira. GTBank Online / Mobile Transfer, Skye Bank Mobile Deposit and Instant Bank Deposit all have a minimum deposit of 100 Naira. The level of deposit by UBA eMailMoni, ATM and Quickteller Online all vary by card. For the high rollers, the best methods to use are GTBank Online / Mobile Transfer and Instant Bank Deposit which both have a maximum deposit of 9,999,999 Naira.
Most of these payment methods are absolutely free but some like Quickteller do have a small service fee. It’s worth checking that out with your service provider before making a deposit, as these fees can change from time to time.
To make a deposit, log into your Bet9ja account, and hit the deposit button on the home page. The Payment Methods page will pop up, and you’ll see all the options available on Bet9ja.
Bet9ja Withdrawals
If you’re a winner then the last thing you’ll want is a song and dance about withdrawing your winnings from the bookie. You don’t have to worry about this with Bet9ja, as long as you have made sure your bank account name matches the registration details you have used when creating your Bet9ja account. If you don’t do that, your account can be suspended until proof of ID has been submitted and verified.
Withdrawals are free. The minimum withdrawal possible is 5,000 Naira, and the maximum is 9,999,999 Naira. To make a withdrawal, log into your account, choose bank from the dropdown menu and click on withdrawal. Fill in your details, check them and click confirm. The funds will arrive in your bank account within 24 hours.
Bet9ja Security
It’s important when using a bookmaker that you use one that is secure and trustworthy, and that is definitely the case with Bet9ja.
The technology centre for Bet9ja is based in Europe to ensure reliability and security of systems and transactions, while the customer facing operations are based in Lagos, Nigeria. The computer systems and data used are protected using Dell servers and Fortinet Firewall, and feature a Thawte SSL encryption certificate.
Bet9ja proudly tell customers that they set the standard for online, mobile and retail excellence in Nigeria.
Bet9ja Customer Support
All customer support for Bet9ja is based in Lagos to ensure a local response for customers with any problems or issues.
There are currently three ways of getting in touch with Bet9ja if there is a problem. There is a telephone number, and a form to send a message via the contact us page. You can also get help from bet9ja by tweeting them @Bet9jaHelp.
While it’s true that there isn’t a 24/7 live chat service, the customer service provided by Bet9ja is efficient and practical. Customer service agents respond swiftly to inquiries and complaints – which is the most important thing when there is a problem.
Bet9ja Additional Services
As well as a sportsbook, Bet9ja has a casino offer on their website. This is still in its infancy and has a weaker offering of digital games in comparison to the bigger betting websites in Europe.
At the time of this Bet9ja review being written, there are 14 table games available, along with a handful of instant win scratch card games. Unfortunately, the virtual games are limited in variety to the basics such as blackjack, roulette and baccarat while the 15 slot games available are very basic in graphics and gameplay.
However, the live dealer games section is much better. Bet9ja have partnered with a company called Evolution Gaming who offer some of the best live dealing games on the internet. HD video and human dealers bring the casino to your desktop or mobile device, making these games very nice to play.
Our experience with Bet9ja
We’ve found that Bet9ja offer a very good service for Nigerians looking to gamble online. The local deposit and withdrawal services make it easy to put money in and take it out of your account, while the stripped-down design means you don’t have to rely on a rapid connection to be able to play.
Bet9ja have done their best to make the site attractive, offering chances to win big via the Super9ja free game and by offering boosts and cut-1 features for accumulators. We’ve found that a lot of customers in Nigeria really like these features as it improves the chances to win big. While the lack of live streaming for in play gaming is a little disappointing, the odds on offer more than make up for it.
· Better odds available than most bookies
· Free Super9ja prediction game
· Big boosts for accumulator bets
