Mohammed Abdul-Salam named Acting NLA boss

Mohammed Abdul-Salam has been appointed as the Acting Director-General of the National Lottery Authority (NLA).

His appointment takes effect from January 15, 2025 with a mandate to steer the operations of the authority.

“His Excellency John Dramanl Mahama, President of the Republic of Ghana has in accordance with Article IPS (1) of the Constitution and section 45(1) of the National Lotto Act, 2006 (Act 7) appointed you as the Acting Chief Executive Officer of the National Lottery Authority pending receipt of the Constitutionally required advice of the Board of the Authority, in consultation with the Public Services Commission”, a letter from the Office of the President announced.

The appointee previously served as the Regional Secretary for the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Northern Region.

Sammi Awuku steps down

On January 13, Sammy Awuku announced his resignation from the role. In a letter addressed to President John Dramani Mahama, Sammy Awuku cited his election as the Member of Parliament for Akuapem North as the reason for his decision.

The resignation marks the end of Awuku’s tenure at the NLA, a role he has held since August 2021.

In his resignation letter, Sammy Awuku emphasised his commitment to serving his constituents and focusing entirely on his parliamentary duties.

“In the light of this new responsibility, I wish to focus my efforts on serving as a Member of Parliament,” he wrote.

He also took the opportunity to request the swift appointment of a replacement for his position at the NLA to ensure a smooth transition and proper handover of responsibilities.