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Published: July 22, 2026

Published at: 1:07Pm

By Saibu Terry

The Director-General of the National Lottery Authority (NLA), Mohammed Abdul-Salam, has announced the signing of a strategic partnership agreement with Fidelity Bank PLC aimed at accelerating the digital transformation of Ghana’s lottery industry.

Sharing the development on his official Facebook page, the Director-General described the partnership as a significant milestone in the Authority’s ongoing efforts to modernize its operations and improve service delivery across the country.

According to him, the collaboration will see the deployment of modern Point of Sale (POS) terminals to enhance the efficiency of the NLA’s operations, strengthen customer service, and position the Authority for sustainable growth.

Mohammed Abdul-Salam reiterated the NLA’s commitment to building a fully digital lottery ecosystem, noting that the initiative forms part of broader reforms to improve transparency, accountability, and operational efficiency within the lottery sector.

As part of the digital transition, the Director-General announced that effective 1st August 2026, all licensed Private Lotto Operators (PLOs) are expected to migrate from paper-based lottery operations to POS terminals, in accordance with the terms of their licensing agreements.

The move is expected to standardize lottery operations nationwide, improve real-time transaction monitoring, reduce operational inefficiencies, and enhance regulatory compliance.

The NLA believes the partnership with Fidelity Bank PLC will provide the technological support needed to successfully implement the digital migration while delivering a more convenient and secure experience for lottery operators and patrons.

The Authority says the initiative reflects its vision of leveraging technology to transform Ghana’s lottery industry into a modern, efficient, and transparent sector that contributes more effectively to national development.

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Published: July 21, 2026

Published at: 7: 53Pm

By Saibu Terry

Parliament has approved a US$300 million credit facility between the Government of Ghana and the International Development Association (IDA) of the World Bank Group to support the country’s secondary education sector.

The financing will be used to implement the Secondary Education for Transformation for Access, Relevance and Results for Jobs Project, which seeks to expand access to quality secondary education while improving learning outcomes and employability.

Presenting the Finance Committee’s report to the House, Chairman of the Committee, Hon. Isaac Adongo, explained that the facility is designed to increase equitable access to secondary education, eliminate the double-track system, and enhance the quality and labour-market relevance of both secondary and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programmes.

According to him, the project will help strengthen Ghana’s education system by ensuring that students acquire the knowledge and skills needed to meet the demands of the modern job market.

Following the approval, the Minister for Education, Hon. Haruna Iddrisu, expressed appreciation to Parliament for endorsing the agreement. He noted that the funding would play a significant role in strengthening Ghana’s education system and advancing the government’s efforts to provide accessible, relevant, and quality secondary education for all.

The approval marks a major investment in Ghana’s education sector and is expected to support ongoing reforms aimed at improving infrastructure, expanding access, enhancing teaching and learning, and better preparing students for employment and national development.

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Published: July 21, 2026

Published at: 4:47Pm

BY Saibu Terry

Ghana international winger Abdul Fatawu Issahaku has completed a permanent transfer from Leicester City to Ipswich Town, signing a five-year contract with the newly promoted Premier League club.

Ipswich Town confirmed the signing on Monday, announcing that the 22-year-old has joined the club for an undisclosed fee after successfully completing the transfer from Leicester City. 

Fatawu, who impressed during his spell at Leicester and represented Ghana at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, is expected to add pace, creativity, and attacking flair to Kieran McKenna’s side as they prepare for the new Premier League campaign. 

The move marks another significant step in the career of the Black Stars winger, who has established himself as one of Ghana’s brightest attacking talents.