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West Africa operators, regulators brainstorm in Lagos on responsible lottery, gaming culture
By Ridwan Adekunle
The West Africa operators, regulators and other stakeholders converged in Lagos yesterday to brainstorm on responsible lottery and gaming culture in the region.
The seventh annual edition of the renowned Sports Betting West Africa+ summit took place at the Federal Palace Hotel and Casino in Lagos, Nigeria, from 4 to 5 August 2022.
SBWA+ has consistently proved to be not merely an esteemed gaming summit and exhibition, but also a vital focus for African operators, regulators and others in the gaming ecosystem. Each edition of the summit has been marked with great success and SBWA+ 2022 is expected to be no exception.
Sports Betting West Africa (SBWA) summit has gained the reputation as a ‘deal-closer’ event so get the bubbly ready to celebrate new business dealings and partnerships at the 7th annual edition.
The vibrant West African market is an ever-growing land of opportunity that awaits local and international attendees.
Each year, hundreds of industry stakeholders come from all corners of the globe to meet, network, and learn about the biggest opportunities in the West African gaming industry as we enter an age of unprecedented growth.
Stakeholders and dignitaries at the event include Governor Babajide Sanwo- Olu represented by Lagos State commissioner for Finance, Dr Rabiu Onaolapo Olowo, Chairman/Director General of the Oyo State Gaming and Lottery Board Olajide Boladuro,CEO of Lagos State Lotteries and Gaming Authority,
Bashir Are, Business Development Director of EMIRAT AG Frank Herold, Chief innovation Officer Group8 Limited Tope Michael Oni and several others.