The Federal Government, through the National Office for Technology Acquisition and Promotion (NOTAP), has teamed up with Azare Consulting to enhance regulatory compliance and drive innovation in Nigeria’s gaming industry.
The partnership was formalised with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the Ministry of Innovation, Science, and Technology headquarters in Abuja.
This collaboration aims to introduce a structured framework for the gaming sector, ensuring adherence to regulations, increasing revenue generation, and supporting technological advancement in the sector.
One of the key aspects of the partnership is the establishment of clear guidelines to regulate gaming operations in Nigeria.
These guidelines will help curb illegal activities, promote consumer protection, and create an adequate environment for operators and investors.
Additionally, the initiative seeks to attract global partnerships and foreign investments by ensuring that Nigeria becomes competitive in the international gaming market.
During the signing, the Director General of NOTAP, Dr. Lady Obiageli Amadiobi, described the partnership as a necessary step toward modernising the industry. She noted that structured regulations and technology-driven innovations would contribute significantly to the sector’s growth.
Azare Consulting’s representative, Saadatu Hamu, spoke on the importance of the agreement in aligning Nigeria’s gaming industry with international best practices. “This collaboration will bring structural integrity and global best practices to Nigeria’s gaming sector, enhancing transparency and investor confidence,” she said.
Beyond regulatory improvements, the partnership will also focus on capacity building. Training programmes will be introduced to equip industry professionals with the necessary skills to navigate the dynamic gaming sector.
This initiative is expected to drive technological progress and create employment opportunities within the sector.
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