Melbet review for Nigeria
Licence, operator, payments and apps, written for Nigerian players.
Melbet is an international betting brand that has served Nigerian players since 2019. It operates under Curaçao Gaming Control Board licence OGL/2024/561/0554, is run by Pelican Entertainment B.V., and offers apps for both iOS and Android with naira deposits through local routes.
Licence and operator#
Melbet holds Curaçao Gaming Control Board licence OGL/2024/561/0554, and its operator is Pelican Entertainment B.V. Nigeria has its own licensing system, with the National Lottery Regulatory Commission (NLRC) at national level and state regulators such as the Lagos State Lotteries and Gaming Authority, while brands that hold foreign licences such as the Curaçao one serve Nigerian players as international options. The international casinos hub explains that group in more detail.
Melbet is available to players in Nigeria. Accounts are for adults aged 18 and over.
| Detail | Melbet |
|---|---|
| Licensing body | Curaçao Gaming Control Board |
| Licence number | OGL/2024/561/0554 |
| Operator | Pelican Entertainment B.V. |
| In Nigeria since | 2019 |
| Apps | iOS and Android |
Deposit methods#
Melbet takes deposits in naira through four routes:
| Method | Type | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Bank | NGN |
| OPay | Wallet | NGN |
| Paystack | Payment gateway | NGN |
| Flutterwave | Payment gateway | NGN |
A player with a bank account can pay by transfer, a player who keeps money in OPay funds the account straight from the wallet, and Paystack and Flutterwave cover card and bank payments through the gateway page. Limits depend on the method and show in the cashier before you confirm. For one route in detail, see the bank transfer, OPay and Paystack guides.
Mobile apps#
Melbet has apps in Nigeria for iOS and Android, which puts the brand within reach of nearly every phone. The apps cover the daily routine: browsing events, placing bets, topping up the balance and checking results. The casino apps hub compares app options across brands, and the iPhone and Android pages narrow the list by platform.
Since 2019 Melbet has built its Nigerian audience around mobile play, and having both an iOS and an Android app means a household with mixed phones can use the same brand. The cashier shows the NGN balance and the deposit routes in one place, so topping up follows the same few steps on either platform.
Sports, casino and Fast Games#
Melbet started operating in 2012 and keeps one account for several products:
| Section | What it holds |
|---|---|
| Sport and esports | Pre-match and live betting, live streaming |
| Live casino | Dealer tables |
| Slots | Casino slot lobby |
| Fast Games | Crash, scratch cards, lotteries, wheels, dice, card games |
Fast Games are the quick-round corner of the lobby. Crash is the best-known format: a multiplier climbs and you cash out before it stops. The crash games hub explains how it works, and the Aviator page covers the best-known title. Live streaming sits next to the sportsbook, so a bettor can follow a match and place a live bet from the same screen.
Registration and account#
Melbet offers four registration routes: phone number, one click, e-mail or social media. Phone number and one click are the shortest and suit a bettor who wants to place a first slip within minutes. E-mail registration suits players who want the account tied to an address they already use. Whichever route you choose, accounts are for adults aged 18 and over, and the cashier then takes deposits by bank transfer, OPay, Paystack or Flutterwave.
App details#
The Android app runs on Android 5.0 Lollipop or higher, with 1 GB of RAM as the minimum and 2 GB recommended, and needs about 100 MB of storage, with around 150 MB advised for cache. That covers most phones from Samsung, Xiaomi, Realme, Honor and Vivo in current use. The iOS app is free in the App Store and supports iOS 8.0 and later, so it also runs on older iPhones and iPads; it needs roughly 295 MB of free space. The app gives push notifications and PIN or biometric protection, while the mobile website needs no installation and keeps the same bets and casino games. The apps are available in many languages, English included.
Customer support#
Support runs 24/7 and lists email, chat, phone and social media as channels. Send the question through the channel that suits you and keep your account number to hand, which speeds up a deposit or bet query.
Who Melbet suits#
Melbet fits Nigerian players who:
- like an international brand with a Curaçao licence;
- want to know the operating company, Pelican Entertainment B.V.;
- use an iPhone or an Android phone;
- want crash and other Fast Games beside sport and a live casino;
- fund the account with a bank transfer, OPay, Paystack or Flutterwave.
Stake as an alternative#
Melbet operates under Curaçao licence OGL/2024/561/0554 through Pelican Entertainment B.V., with apps for iOS and Android and deposits by bank transfer, OPay, Paystack and Flutterwave. Stake holds a Curaçao Gaming Authority licence and adds OPay and Skrill deposits from ₦1,000 and a 3.5% welcome rakeback. The Stake review compares its payments, app and licence with Melbet.
Verdict#
Melbet earns 7.8 out of 10 for Nigeria. A Curaçao licence, a named operator, apps for both platforms and four naira deposit routes make it a solid international pick. Browse the reviews hub to compare it with other Nigerian brands.