Jakub Kolomičenko, Senior Compliance Officer at Kaizen Gaming initiated thought-provoking discussions with an excellent presentation that offered attendees an in-depth comparison between the African and European gaming markets. His presentation was followed by a vital panel discussion for delegates looking to enter the market to start their own betting company. Moderated by the triumphant gaming tycoon, Solomon Godwin, Senior Business Development Manager, Africa, Pragmatic Play, this panel offered indispensable intel to aspiring gaming entrepreneurs. 

“The African gambling market is no longer a youthful one. Regulation, technological adoption, product innovation, player protection, and other aspects are at advanced levels in nations like Nigeria. More nations, particularly in the East, need to adopt this trend.”, explained Jeremiah Maangi, Managing Director at Bizin Africa.

The exhibition floor was a business-boosting blast. Alexander Ezekiel, Operational Manager from Melbet stated, “I had a great time. My brand stood out on the exhibition floor, and we achieved what we came here to accomplish.”

Tayo Atoloya, Senior Business Development Manager at Sportradar also exclaimed that “The turnout was great, and the quality of discussion has greatly improved as well. There are lots more exhibitors on the floor, and we look forward to next year!”.

The second day of SBWA+ 2022 continued to enlighten and intrigue the audience, whilst offering unparalleled networking opportunities with industry peers during the delightful tea and lunch breaks. The leading news station CNBC reported live at SBWA+ 2022. See the CNBC interview with Yudi Soetjiptadi, Managing Director of Eventus International on how the Nigerian economy can benefit from Sports Betting here: https://www.cnbcafrica.com/media/6310478412112/

After another phenomenal day of exciting and business-building panels and presentations in Lagos, Eventus International was proud to host the legendary SBWA+ 2022 Eventus Awards that presented only the best in the business with prestigious awards that recognised their excellence in the expanding gaming industry.

The SBWA+ 2022 awards included numerous categories:

• SBWA+ Sports Betting Provider Award 2022: BetConstruct


• SBWA+ Outstanding Consultant Award 2022: Adeleye Awaken, Author/Gaming Consultant, E-Play Africa


• SBWA+ Online Gaming Operator Award 2022: BetKing


• SBWA+ Industry Influencer Award 2022: Oyindamola Michaels, Country Manager of Parimatch 


• SBWA+ Leading Supplier Award 2022: Global Bet 


• SBWA+ Virtual Platform Provider Award 2022: Global Bet 


• SBWA+ Online Casino Provider Award 2022: TVBET 


• SBWA+ Remarkable Woman in Gaming Award 2022: Purity Wahiu, Operations Manager, Palms Bet

SBWA+ Award of Appreciation 2022: Lagos State Lotteries & Gaming Authority.}}

The remarkable show proved once again to be a hit. “SBWA+2022 has been a successful event. Thanks to EVENTUS INTERNATIONAL for the splendid job and congratulations to the winners of the awards.”, stated Geoffrey Namanya, Ceo, Ocean Gaming Consult.

Eventus International extends its gratitude toward the speakers, sponsors, delegates, exhibitors, and news outlets that participated in the overall success of the 7th Annual Edition of SBWA+ 2022. Eventus International is thrilled to return to Lagos next year for the 8th Annual SBWA+ on the 24th and 25th August 2023.