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The Benue State Sports Marketing and Lottery Board (BSSMLB) has held a high-level meeting with Premier Lotto Company, a leading gaming and lottery operator, to woo the company to establish a full presence in the state.
Led by the Executive Secretary, Hon. Michael Uper, the BSSMLB delegation urged Premier Lotto to take advantage of the state’s investment-friendly environment and establish a full-fledged operation in Benue.
Hon. Uper emphasized that the state government, under the leadership of Governor Hyacinth Iormem Alia, is committed to providing an enabling environment for businesses to thrive. “Governor Alia’s administration is focused on promoting economic growth and development in the state, and we believe that your full investment in our state will be crucial to achieving this goal,” he said.
He assured Premier Lotto that the board would provide the necessary support to ensure the company’s success in the state. This includes assistance in acquiring office accommodation, assigning shop locations in business-friendly areas, and providing adequate security and protection for the company’s operations.
The BSSMLB Boss also used the opportunity to express concerns about Premier Lotto’s current operations in the state, noting that the company’s agents have been carrying out skeletal services in the state without proper offices, and that the company’s license with the state government has expired and should be renewed.
However, Premier Lotto’s Administration Manager, Mrs. Peace Ojogho, explained that the company has been cautious about investing fully in Benue due to concerns about the high cost of investment and insecurity in the state.
Despite these concerns, Mrs. Ojogho stated that the BSSMLB delegation’s visit has motivated the company to consider investing in Benue. “Your presence has given us the confidence to invest in Benue, and I assure you we will consider coming to Benue to fully establish our business.
The meeting, held at Premier Lotto’s corporate headquarters in Lagos, marked a significant step in the board’s efforts to attract investors in the sports, gaming, and lottery industry to Benue State.
The BSSMLB delegation, which included Mr. Gadafi Asemanya, Head of Enforcement and Compliance, and Mr. Justin Iorshaegher, Head of Planning and Research, expressed optimism about the outcome of the meeting.
“We are confident that Premier Lotto will take advantage of the investment opportunities available in Benue State, we look forward to welcoming them to the state and working with them to achieve mutual benefits,” Mr. Gadafi said.
The meeting is expected to yield positive outcomes for both parties, including increased investment, job creation, and revenue growth for Benue State.
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