The National Lottery Authority has announced the arrest of its director. Several other people were also taken into custody.
These individuals are accused of running lottery games without proper authorization. The operation was conducted by the authority's anti-fraud unit.
The arrests took place following a sting operation. Details about the exact location and time of the arrests were not immediately provided.
The National Lottery Authority is responsible for regulating and overseeing all lottery activities in Ghana.
Operating a lottery without a license is against the law. This is to ensure fairness and prevent fraud for players.
The authority stated that it is committed to ensuring that all lottery operations adhere strictly to legal frameworks.
Further investigations are expected to reveal more about the alleged illegal operations and the extent of involvement.
The Ghana Police Service is expected to provide more information as the investigation progresses.