NLA pledges to clamp down on illegal lotto operators

The Director General of the National Lottery Authority (NLA), Samuel Awuku, has reiterated the NLA’s commitment to eliminating illegal lottery operations nationwide.

According to him, the NLA is intensifying efforts to regulate unlicensed operators and ensure that all lotto activities are conducted within the framework of the law.

He made this statement while speaking at the Editors’ Forum held in Accra.

Mr. Awuku added that the NLA will employ all means necessary to bring illegal operators under control. He urged those involved to regularize their activities or face the full force of the law.

“We are taking decisive action to clamp down on illegal lotto operators. The NLA is committed to ensuring that everyone in the industry operates legally and contributes to the development of the sector,” he stated.

Reflecting on a recent commendation for his contributions, Mr. Awuku emphasized the combined efforts of the NLA team in revitalizing the NLA’s reputation over the last three years.

He was honoured as the CEO of the Year at both the 7th and 8th CEO Summit and Excellence Awards and also received the CEO of the Lottery Award in 2023.

“These awards are not just a personal achievement but a testament to the hard work and dedication of the entire NLA team. We have made significant strides in repositioning the NLA as a trustworthy and efficient authority, and we will continue to uphold these standards,” Mr. Awuku added.

The Editors’ Forum, which brought together media professionals and stakeholders, provided a platform for the NLA to share its successes and outline its plans.

The forum also allowed for discussions on the challenges facing the lottery industry and the steps the NLA is taking to address them.

Cracking down on illegal lottery operators is part of the NLA’s broader strategy to improve the integrity and sustainability of the lottery sector in Ghana.