Lottery group Intralot has taken a “big step” towards establishing a strong presence in the African market through a new 10-year contract with Nigeria’s International Lottery and Gaming.

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The deal will see the company provide its lottery technology and related services. The new lottery is due to launch before the end of 2015.

“We are pleased to offer to ILGL, our valuable, new partner in Nigeria our innovative lottery technology and services as well as our extensive operational know-how,” said group chief operating officer Nikos Nikolakopoulos. “Intralot’s dedicated team in the region with the support of our global operations team will work together with International Lottery and Gaming, so as to implement our common vision for a successful lottery operation.

“We are confident that our partners’ deep knowledge of the local market, along with our global experience, will lead to the delivery of secure and entertaining games offering to the Nigerian players exciting gaming experiences.”