Adeyanju advocates for the adoption of lottery operations in Northern Nigeria

Tosin Adeyanju, Executive Secretary/CEO of the National Lottery Trust Fund (NLTF), has urged state governments to allow lottery operations within their regions, emphasizing the potential benefits for addressing pressing social and environmental challenges. Speaking at the Regional Conference on Climate Change-Induced Conflicts in Northern Nigeria, organized by the Kaduna State Bureau of Interfaith in partnership with humanitarian organization International Alert, Adeyanju made a passionate appeal for states to reconsider any bans on lottery operations.

"In Nigeria, we often focus on the problems without taking sufficient action towards solutions," Adeyanju remarked. "There is much misinformation about lotteries, but the truth is that the proceeds go toward supporting Good Causes, benefiting Nigerians in critical areas such as water, education, health, agriculture, and humanitarian efforts."

Adeyanju highlighted the role of lottery funding in tackling issues related to climate change, noting that the gaming industry globally, including in Nigeria, can contribute significantly to solving climate-related crises in northern Nigeria. He pointed out that many communities have already benefited from lottery proceeds, which have been used to fund various local projects, and stressed that the NLTF continues to support these communities.

The NLTF CEO urged states that have banned lottery operations to reconsider their stance and collaborate with state branches of the NLTF to facilitate smoother operations. "The Federal Government established the NLTF to support Good Causes, including interventions in climate change-related issues," Adeyanju said. "By lifting bans on lottery operations, states will help reduce criminality among youth and enhance their efforts in addressing climate change."