Finance Minister demands greater returns from NLA after GH¢10 million dividend presentation

Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson demanded the National Lottery Authority (NLA) generate greater returns for the state, describing its recent GH¢10 million dividend as a positive step. The dividend payment came after a gap of several years since the Authority had last made annual dividends in 2017. Dr. Forson, receiving the payment from the NLA's Board of Directors led by Chairman Frederick Amissah and Director-General Mohammed Abdul-Salam, stated that the taxpayer deserved more than the current amount.

The Ministry of Finance is collaborating with the NLA and the Attorney-General to revise agreements that had reduced the Authority's revenue share, with the review expected to conclude this month. Dr. Forson urged the NLA to concentrate on its core mandate and refrain from activities beyond its statutory responsibilities, emphasizing that Ghana deserves better.

Board Chairman Frederick Amissah assured the government that the NLA would work towards delivering stronger returns in the future, calling the dividend payment the start of necessary reforms and improvements at the Authority.