MONROVIA, Liberia — The National Lottery Authority (NLA) today issued a Notice of Default, Administrative Directive, and Demand to Cease and Desist against Seven Blue Ltd, a Delaware-registered company, and its associated entities, for operating as an unauthorized gaming license intermediary in violation of Liberian gaming regulations.
The action comes as the NLA intensifies efforts to protect the integrity of Liberia’s gaming regulatory framework and safeguard public funds from unauthorized fee collection schemes.
Key Violations
According to the Notice, Seven Blue Ltd has committed multiple material breaches of its Online Gaming Licensing Service Agreement, including:
- Issuing and selling purported gaming licenses in its own name and on behalf of a fictitious “Liberia Online Gaming and Casino Commission” without NLA authorization
- Collecting licensing fees through private accounts and unauthorized channels rather than the official NLA transitory account
- Misrepresenting itself as the regulator and licensee of gaming operations in Liberia
- Failing to maintain proper records and transparency regarding issued licenses and fee collection
- Operating without the required operational presence in Monrovia
Immediate Actions Required
The NLA has issued a 48-hour administrative directive requiring Seven Blue Ltd to:
✓ Acknowledge in writing that only the NLA has authority to issue gaming licenses in Liberia
✓ Cease all use of the NLA name, seal, and flag in any marketing or operational capacity
✓ Cease using the fictitious “Liberia Online Gaming and Casino Commission” brand
✓ Submit a complete inventory of all licenses claimed to be issued, applications, and authorized resellers
✓ Direct all licensees to remit outstanding fees to the official NLA account at Guaranty Trust Bank
✓ Provide complete transitory account statements and supporting documentation
Protection for Good-Faith Operators
The NLA recognizes that some operators may have paid licensing fees to Seven Blue Ltd in good faith. The Notice provides that such operators may apply directly to the NLA for license reissuance on terms to be determined by the Authority, provided they comply with all applicable regulations and submit required documentation.
Statement from Director General
“The National Lottery Authority takes seriously its responsibility to regulate Liberia’s gaming sector with integrity and transparency,” said Hon. Peter L. Solo, Director General of the NLA. “We cannot permit unauthorized intermediaries to collect public funds or to misrepresent themselves as regulators. This action protects both the government’s revenue and the public’s interest in a properly regulated gaming market.”
“We welcome legitimate businesses that operate transparently within our regulatory framework. However, we will take swift and firm action against those who seek to exploit Liberia’s gaming sector for personal gain,” Solo continued.
Clarification on NLA Licensing Authority
The NLA emphasizes that it is the sole authority in the Republic of Liberia authorized to issue gaming, casino, sportsbook, and prediction-market licenses. Any licenses, certificates, or instruments purported to be issued by third-party service providers are not valid NLA licenses and carry no legal weight.
Gaming operators and applicants are advised to:
- Verify all licensing communications directly with the NLA at odg@nla.gov.lr or (+231) 777-548-867
- Remit all licensing fees only to the official NLA transitory account at Guaranty Trust Bank (Liberia) Limited
- Be cautious of any entity claiming to be an intermediary or “authorized licensing partner” without explicit written authorization from the NLA
Enforcement Action
If Seven Blue Ltd fails to remedy these defaults within the 60-day cure period set forth in the Notice, the NLA reserves the right to:
- Issue a Termination Notice and revoke all associated agreements
- Recover all off-account fees and sums collected above the official fee structure
- Seek injunctive relief in the courts of Liberia
- Refer the matter to the Ministry of Justice and the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission
- Notify financial institutions, trade show organizers, and other relevant parties of the violation
A Regulatory Framework for Growth
This enforcement action is part of the NLA’s broader commitment to establish Liberia as a legitimate and well-regulated gaming jurisdiction. The Authority is actively developing licensing frameworks for emerging market technologies, including prediction markets, while maintaining robust consumer protection and anti-fraud safeguards.
“Legitimate operators and technology partners have nothing to fear from rigorous regulation,” noted the Director General. “We encourage international investment and innovation in Liberia’s gaming sector, provided it occurs transparently and in full compliance with our laws.”
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For more information or to report suspected violations, interested parties should contact the National Lottery Authority at:
National Lottery Authority
P.O. Box 3402, 13th Roosevelt Avenue
Monrovia, Liberia
Tel: (+231) 777-548-867 / 886-548867
Email: odg@nla.gov.lr, info@nla.gov.lr