EP438: Can esports power Africa's future?

At SiGMA Africa 2026, Carl Lewis, Reporter for SiGMA News speaks with Yahaya Maikori, President of Esports Federation of Nigeria about the explosive rise of esports in Nigeria. They discuss whether esports should be centralised or community-driven, how Nigeria is building its competitive gaming ecosystem, and the regulatory challenges shaping the industry. Yahaya shares insights on youth demographics, mobile gaming growth, and why gaming could become the future of work. From infrastructure and education to global opportunities, this conversation explores how Africa can turn its massive player base into a thriving esports economy.Connect with the iGaming community: https://linktr.ee/aibcworld