President John Dramani Mahama has called for an immediate and thorough review, as well as potential renegotiation, of the controversial contract between the National Lottery Authority (NLA) and KGL Group/KGL Technology Limited. The directive was issued in a letter from the Secretary to the President, Dr. Callistus Mahama, dated December 24, 2025.
It instructs the Attorney-General and the Minister of Finance to form a joint technical team to investigate and review the contract. This action follows investigative reports by The Fourth Estate and preliminary talks with key government officials.
The statement reads: “His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, President of the Republic, has directed that the contract be subjected to a comprehensive review and, where necessary, renegotiation. This is to ensure complete protection of public interest, value for money, and strict compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and government policy.”
KGL is set to pay GH¢157 million to the NLA in 2024 alone. The contract has faced public scrutiny regarding its terms and potential effects on state revenue. The review will focus on several key aspects:
- The legal foundation, scope, duration, and financial terms of the agreement
- Revenue-sharing arrangements, fees, commissions, and any exclusivity clauses
- Compliance with the Constitution, Public Procurement Act, and National Lottery Act
- Performance obligations, data ownership, transparency, and audit rights
- Any clauses that may unduly prejudice the state or limit regulatory oversight
“Pending the outcome of this process, all parties must fully cooperate with the review team and provide unrestricted access to contracts, addenda, correspondence, financial records, and operational data as required,” the statement added.
The directive states that if grounds for renegotiation arise, the revised terms must secure better fiscal returns for the state, strengthen governance, and align with international best practices. The Attorney-General and the Minister for Finance will oversee the process and submit recommendations to the President within a specified timeframe.
