The future of the industry

Until 2030, the Nigerian market will grow due to mobile traffic, fintech infrastructure and a clearer regulatory framework.

Likely: harmonization of NLRC requirements and leading states, KYC/AML (nat-ID, liveness-check) strengthening, centralized monitoring of turnover and responsible-by-design standards (limits, self-exclusion, transparent advertising).

Payments in NGN will be secured through local gateways, instant transfers and USSD; expected "T + 0" payments and anti-fraud based on ML.

The product will increase the share of live content, crash/instant games, tournaments and personalized promos; local themes (football, African aesthetics) and lightweight mobile UX will remain the core.

Risks: NGN and commission volatility, staff rule differences, cybersecurity.

Opportunities: partnerships with telco/fintech, data reporting for regulators, support localization and responsible play as a competitive advantage.