Stakeholders: Enugu Gaming Conference Will Contribute to $30 Billion GDP Target

Gideon Arinze in Enugu

Stakeholders in the nation’s gaming industry have said that the maiden Enugu State Gaming Conference, will open up opportunities that will contribute to Governor Peter Mbah’s $30 billion GDP target.

Executive Secretary of the Commission, Prince Arinze Arum, made this known while addressing newsmen ahead of the conference on Monday, June 27.

Arum described the state as a land of opportunities, noting that the administration was determined to expand the opportunities further by positioning the state as a hub for gaming tourism.

Arum noted that the administration’s $30 billion GDP target would not only come from a single sector but also other economic opportunities available to the state.

His words: “The conference, which will hold at the Amadeo Event Centre is poised to bring together industry stakeholders from both private and public sectors across the country and beyond to explore new opportunities and collaborations within the gaming sector. This reflects our commitment to fostering growth and development within the industry.”

Speaking further, he said that the forthcoming conference will not only showcase the immense potential of the gaming industry in Enugu State, provide a platform for meaningful discussions and collaborations, but also help to unlock the economic benefits and pave the way for Enugu State to become a gaming tourism destination.