A UAE resident has officially won the country’s first-ever AED 100 million jackpot in the Lucky Day draw. Here’s everything to know.
DUBAI: The UAE Lottery has made history after announcing that a lucky resident has become the first-ever winner of its AED 100 million Grand Prize — the largest jackpot ever awarded in the Emirates.
The milestone moment occurred during the 23rd edition of the Lucky Day draw on Saturday, 18th October 2025. The life-changing announcement was made during a livestream on YouTube at 8:30 PM UAE time, where organisers confirmed one participant had matched all seven numbers correctly.
“This is a truly historic moment for the UAE’s lottery scene and our entertainment ecosystem,” said a UAE Lottery spokesperson. While the identity of the winner is yet to be publicly disclosed, officials have begun internal verification and regulatory compliance checks before releasing more information.
The winner’s details will be shared only after due diligence procedures are completed, including fulfilling the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority’s compliance standards. Until then, operational transparency and player safety remain top priorities for the lottery organisers.
The winner participated via the Lucky Day draw, which occurs every other Saturday. In addition to the Dh100 million jackpot, seven guaranteed players won Dh100,000 each in the Lucky Chance ID category. Moreover, three other participants matched five numbers and won Dh100,000 in the third-tier prize.
As this massive win sends ripples across the region, the UAE Lottery continues its mission of promoting responsible gaming and entertainment. For now, speculation grows about the identity of the mystery millionaire who just made history in the UAE.
