The former Head of Public Relations at the National Lotteries Authority (NLA), Dr. Razak Kojo Opoku, has commended the Mahama administration for upholding the NLA–KGL licensing agreement. He described this decision as a clear demonstration of the government’s commitment to fostering private sector growth and supporting indigenous entrepreneurship. In a statement released in Accra, Dr. Opoku noted that the government’s stance aligns with Article 36 of Ghana’s 1992 Constitution, which promotes economic development through private enterprise.
Dr. Opoku reported that the partnership between the NLA, the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), and KGL generated over GH¢300 million in revenue in 2025. This underscores the substantial financial benefits that the agreement brings to the state. Despite ongoing negative media campaigns urging the termination of the contract, he highlighted that the Mahama administration chose to uphold the agreement after careful consideration.
Dr. Opoku clarified that the NLA–KGL agreement is not static; it includes mandatory reviews every three years, with renegotiations starting six months into the subsequent year. He revealed that both parties have mutually agreed to advance the next review process to early 2026, providing ample time before 2027. He emphasized that renegotiation is a legal and contractual process between the involved parties, not something to be addressed through media commentary.
KGL fully supports the ongoing review being conducted by the Attorney-General’s Department and the Ministry of Justice. Dr. Opoku believes this assessment will address and dismiss what he referred to as baseless criticisms surrounding the agreement. “Credible companies like KGL do not fear scrutiny,” he stated. “They are focused on delivering value rather than engaging with negative media narratives.”
Dr. Opoku also criticized the Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA) for attempting to take credit for the review process. He argued that the NLA Board had already initiated the Attorney-General’s assessment well before any public petitions or media campaigns. Describing KGL as a strong global brand, Dr. Opoku expressed confidence that the company will continue to provide significant value to both the NLA and GRA. He concluded by emphasizing the importance of fact-based accountability and transparent processes to strengthen public trust in institutions and ensure sustainable national development.
