The digital<\/strong> push follows a period of sharp financial growth<\/strong>. Turnover rose from FCFA54.3bn (\u20ac83m) in 2023 to FCFA73.544bn (\u20ac112m) in 2024, representing growth of 35\u202fper cent. Projections<\/strong> for 2025 place revenues at approximately FCFA97bn (\u20ac148m).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Djibo\u2019s title of Colonel Major reflects his senior military rank in Niger, a distinction<\/strong> he carries into his role as Director-General of LONANI. Reflecting on this growth, Djibo said, according to Le Sahel: \u201cSince its creation, LONANI has played a key role in promoting a fair<\/strong> and responsible gaming environment, while generating revenues <\/strong>that support the socio-economic development<\/strong> of our country.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Entering the new year on the back of this momentum<\/strong>, LONANI is preparing to expand its digital offerings in 2026. Parifoot<\/strong> is currently the lottery\u2019s only online product, with plans under way to bring additional lottery games onto digital platforms<\/strong> as part of a wider modernisation drive aimed at improving access, transparency and competitiveness<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Beyond revenue performance<\/strong>, LONANI has spent the past two years laying the groundwork for a broader <\/strong>modernisation effort. Since Djibo\u2019s appointment in 2024, the lottery has renovated retail<\/strong> points and kiosks<\/strong>, many of which now operate using solar power. It has also upgraded server security and invested in staff training to support digital platform operations<\/strong>. A regional benchmarking<\/strong> mission provided insights into digital gaming models, marketing strategies and customer engagement practices that are now shaping LONANI\u2019s rollout plans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Djibo added: \u201cThe games of chance sector<\/strong> is currently experiencing exponential growth and mobilises a large share of national savings<\/strong>. In an increasingly digitalised world, it has become imperative for companies to adapt and develop in the online<\/strong> market.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n Looking ahead, LONANI\u2019s ambitions for 2026 extend beyond digitisation alone. The lottery aims to exceed its 2025 revenue projections, expand nationwide player<\/strong> access and increase social<\/strong> contributions to schools, health centres and community <\/strong>projects. Monthly prize<\/strong> pay-outs and social programme distributions already exceed FCFA5bn (\u20ac7.6m), reinforcing the lottery\u2019s role as a significant contributor<\/strong> to national development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n LONANI is also preparing to host the 2026 edition of the cross-border Tranche Commune Entente<\/strong> (TCE) lottery, a move expected to elevate <\/strong>Niger\u2019s profile within the West African lottery ecosystem and strengthen the organisation\u2019s regional standing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As 2026 unfolds, attention will focus on LONANI\u2019s ability to deliver its digital strategy, broaden access for players and sustain<\/strong> strong financial performance. Under the leadership of Djibo, the National Lottery of Niger is seeking to reshape the country\u2019s gaming sector by balancing commercial<\/strong> growth with social responsibility at a pivotal moment in its evolution<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\nGrowth, access, impact<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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