LONACI pushes ahead with lottery digitalisation and modernisation after shareholders express satisfaction
Côte d’Ivoire’s national lottery operator reaffirmed plans to modernise its distribution network, accelerate digitalisation and strengthen its market position.
Côte d’Ivoire.- Côte d’Ivoire’s National Lottery (LONACI) has reaffirmed its commitment to digital transformation and network modernisation as part of its growth strategy after shareholders expressed satisfaction with the company’s performance at its annual shareholders’ meeting.
The meeting on June 24 was held at the Studios “Dramane Coulibaly” in Abidjan and brought together representatives of the State of Côte d’Ivoire, the National Social Security Fund (CNPS), company executives and employees.
Presiding over the assembly, Board Chairman Youssouf Fofana welcomed the results achieved by the company during the period under review and praised the work of the management team. “Shareholders are satisfied with the work done by the General Management. It’s truly a complete satisfaction for this year,” he said at the end of the meeting.
Fofana also commended the leadership of director general Dramane Coulibaly and the commitment of LONACI employees who contributed to the company’s performance.
Looking ahead, the lottery operator reiterated its commitment to modernisation and expanding its market presence. According to the company, this strategy will focus on strengthening its position in the market, modernising its distribution network, accelerating the digitalisation of services and enhancing operational security.
While consolidating its economic performance, LONACI said it intends to maintain its role as a major contributor to socio-economic development through financing projects with significant social impact.
The assembly was attended by representatives of the State of Côte d’Ivoire, the CNPS, deputy director general Abdoulkarim Ouattara, members of the Steering Committee and company managers and employees.
The AGM comes as LONACI continues to pursue its modernisation and growth ambitions during its 55th anniversary year. The operator recorded 14 per cent growth and generated more than FCFA650bn (US$1.16bn) in revenue in 2025, while highlighting its FCFA744bn (US$1.33bn) ambition for 2026.
The reported performance builds on a strong 2024 financial year. At its 2025 Annual General Assembly, LONACI reported revenue of FCFA579.3bn (US$1.03bn), representing 12 per cent growth compared with 2023, while also recording a positive net profit.
According to LONACI, discussions took place in an atmosphere of trust and transparency, reflecting a shared commitment between shareholders and management to continue strengthening the company and consolidating its position among Côte d’Ivoire’s top-performing enterprises.
