Emmanuel Siisi Quainoo has been named acting Commissioner of the Ghanaian Gaming Commission by President John Dramani Mahama.
On January 22, Dr. Callistus Mahama, the President’s secretary, signed a letter announcing Mr. Quainoo’s nomination.
The appointment is a component of the President’s endeavor and pledge to establish his government within 14 days, in accordance with Article 195(1) of the 1992 Constitution and Section 67 of the Gaming Act, 2006 (Act 721).
The letter states that Mr. Quainoo’s appointment as Acting Commissioner is contingent upon the governing board’s constitutionally required recommendation, which was obtained after consulting the Public Services Commission.
“I write to formally inform you that the President of the Republic, in accordance with Article 195(1) of the Constitution and Section 67 of the Gaming Act, 2006 (Act 721), has appointed you as the Acting Commissioner of Gaming Commission of Ghana, pending receipt of the constitutionally required advice of the governing board, given in consultation with the Public Services Commission,” the letter read in part.
In order to maintain adherence to national regulations, encourage responsible gaming, and protect the interests of the general public, the Ghanaian Gaming Commission, which is charged with overseeing the activities of casinos, sports betting, and other types of gaming in the nation, is essential.
