President John Mahama has appointed Mohammed Abdul-Salam, former Northern Regional Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), as the Acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the National Lottery Authority (NLA).The appointment, effective Wednesday, January 15, 2025, was announced in a statement issued by the Secretary to the President.

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It was made in accordance with Article 195(1) of the Constitution and Section 45(1) of the National Lotto Act, 2006 (Act 722).According to the release, the appointment is pending the constitutionally required advice of the Board of the Authority, provided in consultation with the Public Services Commission.This decision follows the resignation of Samuel Awuku, who stepped down as Director-General of the NLA on January 13, 2025.

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In his formal resignation letter addressed to President Mahama, Mr. Awuku expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve as Director-General since his appointment in August 2021 under former President Nana Akufo-Addo. He highlighted his commitment to his new parliamentary duties and urged the appointment of a successor to ensure a smooth leadership transition at the NLA.<img src="

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