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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.