Our Senior Partner Obinna Akpuchukwu will be speaking at the iGaming AFRIKA webinar on the topic: “New Gaming Licensing Framework Explained: Exploring the Status of Gambling in Nigeria”.

This event will provide a comprehensive analysis of the recent landmark agreements and what they mean for operators, regulators, and investors in the Nigerian gaming industry.
In recent months, Nigeria’s gaming regulatory landscape has experienced significant shifts. Following the Supreme Court’s ruling that temporarily halted NLRC (National Lottery Regulatory Commission) operations and vested sole authority over gaming activities in individual states, the industry faced uncertainty and operational challenges.
However, a historic milestone was achieved on May 7th, 2025, when the member states of the Federation of State Gaming Regulators of Nigeria (FSGRN) officially signed the Subnational Reciprocity Licensing Framework at the Radisson Hotel in Lagos.
This groundbreaking agreement establishes a unified licensing mechanism for Online Sports Betting, Online Casino, Public Online Lottery, and Promotional Competitions across participating states. The core innovation is the introduction of the “Universal Reciprocity Certificate” (URC), which allows operators to conduct gaming activities seamlessly across all member states with a single license—eliminating the need for multiple, duplicative licenses.
During this webinar, industry experts, legal practitioners, and regulatory officials will delve into the implications of this development. Topics will include:
- The significance of the Subnational Reciprocity Framework in Nigeria’s gaming regulation.
- How the URC simplifies licensing and broadens operational scope.
- The impact on existing operators and new entrants seeking to establish or expand their presence.
- Regulatory coordination and the future outlook for Nigeria’s gaming ecosystem.
Other Speakers include:
- Zzini Oluchi Ekeh, Moderator
- Olafadeke Akeju, Managing Partner, WYS Solicitors
- Arinze Arum, Executive Secretary/CEO, Enugu State Gaming Commission.
Whether you are an operator, investor, or stakeholder in Nigeria’s gaming industry, this session will equip you with vital insights to navigate the new licensing environment confidently.
Join us as we explore what this landmark agreement means for the future of gaming regulation and business in Nigeria.
Date is 30th May 2025.
Time: 11am Nigerian Time
Venue: igaming Afrika YouTube and LinkedIn
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