President John Dramani Mahama has directed for a comprehensive review of the contract between the National Lottery Authority (NLA) and KGL Technology Limited.
After consultations with the Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, Dr Dominic Ayine, and the Minister of Finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, the President also directed that, where necessary, the contract should be renegotiated to ensure complete protection of the public interest, value for money, and strict compliance with applicable laws, regulations and government policy.
In a letter signed by Secretary to the President, Dr Callistus Mahama, communicating the President’s Directive to the Minister of Finance, the President said the review shall, among others, determine the legal basis, scope, duration, and financial terms of the contract; assess revenue-sharing arrangements, fees, commissions, exclusivity provisions, and any contingent liabilities to the state; and determine compliance with the Constitution, the Public Procurement Act, the National Lottery Act, and any relevant approvals.
The review should also evaluate performance obligations, transparency requirements, data ownership and audit rights, as well as identify any clauses that unduly prejudice the state or constrain regulatory oversight.
