Bingo9ja deploys technology to revolutionalise lottery in Nigeria

A new gaming company in Nigeria, Bingo9ja, is looking to change how people view lottery gaming in Nigeria by using a cutting-edge technology to make the games available to all gamers across board. The new gaming/lottery brand was launched at an event held recently at the company’s headquarters in Lagos.

According to a press statement by the company, Bingo9ja will specifically deploy block-chain technology to change how people play the lottery in Nigeria with ground operations starting in Lagos.

“The company, Ikorne Games, parent company of Bingo9jaaims to make it easy and convenient for   all   gaming   enthusiasts to   play   different   kinds of   lottery and classified games   from   the   comfort   of   their   homes   through   their blockchain-backed mobile app, blockchain-node   integrated   terminals   and USSD applications.

“With the   fast   development   and   adoption   of   the   blockchain technology all over   the   world, Bingo9ja   is   looking   at   breaking   popular conventions and stigma attached to playing lottery games, popular known as “lotto” in Nigeria, thereby creating a “techy lifestyle” movement of gamers”.

Speaking with the media on this development, CEO and Founder of Ikorne Games, Eni Eniola, a management consultant, business development and strategy expert ,stated that the intention of the company was to use the ease and proliferation of mobile phones whilst also leveraging on cutting-edge technology to make gaming more accessible to everyone.

Tele Oyegoke, co-founder and COO, said that not only will Bingo9ja gamers be able to play the games using multiple channels; they will also be able to use their Bingo9ja loyalty Pass cards in participating stores, Petrol Stations, Restaurants and lifestyle outlets.

“Bingo9ja’s game centre is looking to introduce 7 different fun games with a bonus daily “spin and win” game. Other games include “Fast Cash”, “Scratch& Win”, “Bingo”, “Bingo Mega”, “Pick 3”, “Pick 4” and “Keno”. It must be noted that Bingo9ja’s lottery related games have the best winning odds in the country”.

Eniola, also promised that in the coming months, there will be an addition of different types of fun games particularly interactive peer to peer games that not only allows gamers to play with friend’s home and abroad, but also gives gamers a chance to win numerous prizes and money.

“The goal is to gradually introduce different types of fun and engaging games and also with the possibility of winning millions of Naira. The games will be drawn live on all social media platforms, after which winners using the mobile app can withdraw their winnings instantly while gamers who played via the agents terminals could pick up their winnings from the agents or get credited directed into their bank accounts, whichever is preferred.

In coming up with this revolutionary gaming platform, Eniola disclosed that the Bingo9ja team is comprised   of   like   minds   who   have worked   diligently   with   various   gaming agents and players to provide a platform that is easily accessible and fun. “Bingo9ja’s strategic mission is not only to be the first ever block-chain backed gaming platform but also to dynamically leverage cutting edge technology in developing   and   delivering   world   class   lottery   related gaming. She said the new lottery gaming system would signal a seismic shift in the lottery gaming market in Nigeria.

MirianOpara, Project/Operations Director, Ikorne Games, said the new lottery gaming system would signal a seismic shift in the lottery gaming market in Nigeria.

“We at Ikorne Inc. have developed an innovative lottery gaming system to offer Nigerians an accessible, fun, and highly rewarding option. Bingo9ja is not only inclusive of all audiences through its various platforms, but also promises a guaranteed daily win which ensures a new winner is selected every day. While we are relatively new in the market, we believe we have delivered a superior platform and we are intensely committed to delivering consistent service to Nigerians. Bingo9ja is built on cutting-edge technology which is fool-proof and gives everyone a fair chance to win, and is available to all game lovers via the app, USSD, web, and physical stores spread across the state,” she said