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Lagos governor backs gaming industry development and responsible regulation

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Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu said at the Africa Gaming Expo 2025 in Lagos that the state should support gaming as a source of innovation, employment and economic development. He also called for responsible regulation and said artificial intelligence could help the sector compete internationally.

The governor’s backing signals support for gaming businesses in Lagos, alongside an emphasis on responsible regulation.

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