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The African iGaming Alliance (AiA) and the Association of Nigerian Bookmakers (ANB) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding in Lagos, marking a new stage of cooperation between Nigeria’s leading bookmakers and a Pan‑African industry body.
The agreement sets out a framework for collaboration on issues that affect the regulated gaming and iGaming sector, not only in Nigeria but across the continent.
Both organizations stressed that the partnership is built on responsibility, transparency and sustainability, with a focus on tackling illegal gaming, improving compliance, and protecting players.
Agreement to run for one year with option to renew
The MoU will run for an initial year, with the option to renew, and is expected to strengthen dialogue between national associations and continental institutions. The signing was described as a milestone by ANB’s Executive Secretary, Gift Tuadibofa, who said, “The signing of this MoU with the African iGaming Alliance marks an important step in strengthening Nigeria’s engagement with the wider African gaming ecosystem.
“The growth of the gaming industry presents significant opportunities, but it also requires collaboration, responsible practices and a shared commitment to sustainability.”
She added that ANB believes the future of gaming must rest on responsibility, accountability and innovation, noting that cooperation with AiA will help promote standards that protect players while supporting sustainable growth.
Speaking for AiA, Board Member Olabimpe Akingba emphasized Nigeria’s importance within Africa’s gaming landscape. “This MoU represents an important opportunity for cooperation between the African iGaming Alliance and the Association of Nigerian Bookmakers. Nigeria is an important market within Africa’s gaming landscape, and stronger engagement with its industry stakeholders will contribute meaningfully to the wider continental conversation,” she said.
Areas of focus under the MoU
The agreement covers a wide range of issues, including responsible and safer gaming, taxation, compliance, anti‑money laundering and counter‑terrorist financing, tackling unlicensed operators, and building market integrity.
It also encourages research, knowledge sharing and capacity building, ensuring that lessons from Nigeria and other African markets can be applied more broadly
Both parties recognize that a sustainable gaming environment requires participation from regulators, policymakers, operators, technology providers, advocacy groups and researchers. By creating a framework for dialogue and cooperation, AiA and ANB aim to strengthen the collective voice of the industry and promote standards that balance innovation with responsibility.
