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Gulu, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The excitement was palpable as lottery winners visited ITHUBA Uganda’s regional offices in Gulu and Mbale to validate and claim their Uganda LOTTO winnings at the weekend.
“I was introduced to the lotto by a friend who had previously won. I never gave up hope, and now my prayers have been answered. I plan to use part of my winnings to expand my house and stock for my electrical shops,” said Ocen Jimmy Maxwell from Lira City, winner of sh10,121,000.
He was not the only lucky winner from the region after officials at the ITHUBA Uganda’s offices in Gulu and Mbale validated winnings in the past week.
Alegi Dennis Caxton, also from Lira City, was another new millionaire, after bagging sh10,106,400.
“Initially, I didn’t believe in the lottery, but after winning UGX 1,000 on the DAILY LOTTO, I decided to keep playing. This win will help me expand my business and support my family. I’m thrilled and grateful for this opportunity,” said Alegi Dennis Caxton.
Several other individuals have shared their stories and plans for their newfound wealth:
Okello Lawrence, another winner from Lira City, took home sh10,109,700.
“I play DAILY LOTTO every day and have seen its transformative power. This win will help me expand my electrical shop. I’ve encouraged others to play, and many have won too. Thank you, ITHUBA, for changing my life.”
Vicensiyo John Barengyire, a 46-year-old carpenter, played Daily Lotto for the first time with a sh3000 ticket, drawn on August 20th.
Lady luck smiled on him as draw number 81 made him a millionaire. With his sh5,051,900 winnings, Vicensiyo plans to expand his carpentry business and venture into timber trading, securing a brighter future for himself and his family.
Wangoolo Calvin, aged 26, from Mbale, won sh2,544,100 and is planning to use his winnings to start a poultry farming venture.
Calvin, who works as a Stanbic banking agent, expressed his excitement: “I’ve always dreamed of starting a poultry farm but lacked the capital. This win is a dream come true, and it will help us move forward, especially after facing personal challenges. I am excited to share this joy with my family and friends, who are now eager to try their luck too.”
Michelle van Trotsenburg, Head of Marketing and Corporate Affairs at ITHUBA Uganda, expressed enthusiasm about the impact of the DAILY LOTTO
“We are delighted to see the positive impact the DAILY LOTTO is having on people’s lives. These stories of joy and hope reaffirm our commitment to providing a fair and exciting lottery experience to all Ugandans,” Trotsenburg said.
LOTTO officials said winners have 180 days from the draw date to claim their tax free prizes. All participants must be 18 years or older.
ITHUBA Uganda is the newly appointed official operator of Uganda’s first National Lottery, authorised and regulated by the National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board (NLGRB). With a licence that spans a decade, our mission is to operate and transform the National Lottery into prosperity for Ugandans.
Finance Minister Matia Kasaija awarded the National Lottery operating license to ITHUBA UGANDA LIMITED for a tenure of 10 years.
The National Lottery offers numerous benefits, including the generation of funds for public projects, the creation of job opportunities, and direct contributions to the economic and social sectors. At the heart of our operations is the commitment to responsible play. ITHUBA Uganda is devoted to fostering a safe and responsible gaming environment, implementing measures to prevent problem gaming and ensure the welfare of our participants.
