WHERAS, the Government of the Republic of Liberia is under obligation to explore diverse means of improving the lives of its citizens and residents alike through innovative enterprises geared towards the alleviation of poverty and its devastating consequences on the social, economic and political environment in the Republic; and,

WHEREAS, the Government of the Republic of Liberia is fully mindful of its responsibility to ensure the wellbeing of all its citizens and residents through the creation of multiple economic activities directed towards the advancement of the social, economic and political environment, thereby improving the living standard of its people; and,

WHEREAS, the Government of the Republic of Liberia recognizes the immense potential of the National Lottery Authority to generate income that could be used to facilitate scientific research, promote cultural and sporting activities, assist victims of natural disasters, the physically challenged, orphans and abandoned children, and the less fortunate in our society and,

WHEREAS, the Government of the Republic of Liberia is convinced that the operation of a national lotto and games of chance in a unified and coordinated manner is necessary in enhancing control over the industry and ensuring that such activities adversely affect the socio-economic fabrics of the country; and,

WHEREAS, the Government of the Republic of Liberia has determined that the current situation in the game of chance sector is unfavorably affecting the socio-economic fabrics of the Country thereby necessitating an enhancement of the legal framework  and management of these activities to bring it in line with internationally accepted principles of responsible gaming.