The National Lotteries Board (NLB) has issued a public warning regarding an illegal gambling activity known as “Kotu Kapima,” which has reportedly been spreading across various parts of the country.
In a statement, the NLB revealed that this unauthorized lottery-like game involves individuals illegally collecting money by using the last two digits of the official lottery winning numbers to determine winners.
The Board urged the public not to fall victim to this scheme, highlighting that such activities are entirely unlawful and that participants do not contribute to any form of public service or national development.
According to the NLB, several individuals have already been arrested during raids carried out in connection with “Kotu Kapima,” and legal action has been taken against them. The Board also confirmed that it has informed relevant Police Stations to take necessary action against those operating such illegal gambling setups.
The NLB further clarified that proceeds from official lottery sales directly benefit the country. Approximately 20% of the lottery income is distributed among agents, dealers, and sellers—supporting over 20,000 families. Over 50% of the income is allocated for prize money, while the remainder goes to the national treasury to support public welfare and development programs.
The statement noted that taxes and other institutional expenses are also covered through these revenues, making every official lottery ticket purchase a contribution towards the nation’s progress.
The Board reiterated that illegal gambling schemes like “Kotu Kapima” serve only the interests of their operators and do not benefit the public in any way. The public is therefore strongly urged to avoid engaging in such schemes. (Newswire)
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