CHURCHROCK, N.M. — Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren attended a celebratory signing ceremony on October 24 for the business site lease between the Navajo Nation and the Navajo Nation Gaming Enterprise (NNGE) for the Horsemen’s Steakhouse, Lodge & Casino project.
Located four miles north of Flagstaff Mall along U.S. Highway 89, the project represents a major step forward in advancing Navajo-led tourism, economic development, and job creation. Once complete, the facility will feature a steakhouse and bar, tourism gift shop, sports-betting facility, and a casino with up to 300 gaming devices, along with lodge accommodations and infrastructure to support public safety and visitors.
Speakers throughout the ceremony highlighted how the project reflects Navajo sovereignty in action from placing the land into federal trust to securing the necessary agreements to build and operate the facility. The investment will create hundreds of jobs, strengthen the Nation’s tourism presence, and provide lasting economic benefits for Navajo families.
The development is expected to compete regionally as a key tourism gateway for Grand Canyon travelers and strengthen the Nation’s ability to generate its own revenue. Leaders emphasized the importance of continued collaboration and communication to ensure the project’s success.
“To stand on our own as a Nation, we must build economic strength right here at home,” said President Nygren. “That’s how we make Cameron and other communities places where our people want to live, work, and raise families.”
President Nygren congratulated the Cameron community and all contributing agencies. He also extended his gratitude to the Navajo Nation Gaming Enterprise for its continued leadership in expanding Navajo-owned ventures. Navajo Nation Gaming Enterprise Chief Executive Officer John James was also in attendance.
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