adekunle adeniji's blog

  A lot of people don't know what is happening day to day in the Nigerian gaming scene and I think it's time someone starts to talk about it.  As the name implies, this is my opinion. I also understand my position as a thought leader, so I will be as factual as possible in my excerpt.  Please let me know in the comments what youwould like me to add or remove from my next weekend post. Lottery Commission To Clampdown On Underage, Remote Gaming:  There was a webinar last week, the focus of which was to educate stakeholders on the stance of the NLRC (National Lottery Regulation Commission) regarding underage gambling. Emphasis was placed on compliance, and operators were made aware of the punishment involved if caught violating the ethical standard.   I think it's a good development and something to take seriously before it becomes a serious issue.  Obviously, the first step to take is to talk about it, educate the stakeholders, then run a campaign on nat...

When I look back at my journey — both socially and professionally — which began roughly nine years ago, I feel a deep sense of gratitude. Allow me a little bragging right. I have done remarkably well in the Nigerian gaming industry. I've worked with the top two sports betting companies in the country, and today I'm helping build what could become the third major force. That didn't happen by accident. When I reflect on what made the difference, three things stand out. 1. Relationships I have always believed that relationships are everything. The best way to build strong relationships is simple: think more about others than yourself. Give first. Add value first. Then ask. When I sit at a deal table, my focus is not "How do I win?" It's "How do we both win?" Too many professionals approach business the wrong way. Someone connects with you on LinkedIn today, and tomorrow, they send a generic sales pitch. No effort to understand who you are. No ...