Governor Mbah of Enugu State,
The Enugu State Government has reaffirmed its dedication to fostering responsible and technology-driven gaming and lottery operations within the state.
This was made known by the Executive Secretary of the Enugu State Gaming Commission, Prince Arinze Arum, during a press briefing held on Wednesday in Enugu.
The briefing marked the official commencement of activities leading up to the 2025 Enugu International Gaming Conference.
The conference is scheduled to take place on July 30 and 31, 2025, at the International Conference Centre, Enugu, with the theme: “From Unification to Diversification – Shaping Nigeria’s Gaming Future.”
Arum noted that the state has been deploying innovative technologies and applications to ensure that regulations in the gaming and lottery sector are effectively enforced and remain seamless.
According to him, “With the help of technological devices and innovations, the commission’s monitoring and sanctioning of unethical practices is top-notch and with the speed required to retain confidence in the gaming and lottery sector.”
He emphasized the Commission’s proactive role in promoting a well-regulated environment.
“As a Commission, we remain committed to our role as a progressive and proactive regulator.
“We believe that fostering a well-structured, transparent, and socially responsible gaming environment is essential to driving sustainable development within the sector and unlocking its full economic potential.”
Speaking on the significance of the upcoming conference, Arum said the theme captures the evolving dynamics within the Nigerian gaming industry.
“The theme reflects not only the current trajectory of the gaming sector in Nigeria but also the bold conversations in response to growing diversity of players, regulators, technologies and jurisdictional realities that characterise the industry,” he said.
He further observed that the gaming industry in Nigeria is undergoing a major shift.
“From the once monolithic structure of centralised regulation, we are now witnessing a shift towards state-led frameworks, technological adoption and deeper socio-economic implications.
“This diversification, though challenging, offers a unique opportunity for innovation, inclusion, and growth; particularly when guided by collaboration and shared values.”
According to Arum, the 2025 Enugu International Gaming Conference will bring together stakeholders from across Nigeria and beyond, including regulators, operators, technology providers, legal experts, financial institutions, and civil society organizations.
“Our collective goal is to create a platform for open dialogue, policy harmonization and the advancement of responsible gaming practices,” he said.
He revealed that several international gaming and lottery companies from the United States, South Africa, and Europe—as well as prominent players in the industry—are expected to attend the two-day conference.
Highlighting the key features of the event, Arum said it would include panel sessions, exhibitions of emerging technologies and regulatory solutions, and the unveiling of the Commission’s Good Cause Projects aligned with international best practices.
“Others are: strategic roundtables with government agencies, investors, and civil society; and targeted networking opportunities for startups, innovators, and operators seeking expansion into the South-East and Nigerian gaming/lottery market,” he said.
“The conference promises to be more than just a gathering as it will be a catalyst for reform, innovation, and partnership,” Arum concluded.
