The Director-General of the National Lottery Authority (NLA) Sammy Awuku has announced his resignation from the role effective January 13, 2025.
In a letter addressed to President John Dramani Mahama, Sammy Awuku cited his election as the Member of Parliament for Akuapem North as the reason for his decision.
The resignation marks the end of Awuku’s tenure at the NLA, a role he has held since August 2021.
In his resignation letter, Sammy Awuku emphasised his commitment to serving his constituents and focusing entirely on his parliamentary duties.
“In the light of this new responsibility, I wish to focus my efforts on serving as a Member of Parliament,” he wrote.
He also took the opportunity to request the swift appointment of a replacement for his position at the NLA to ensure a smooth transition and proper handover of responsibilities.
Below is the resignation letter.
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