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Minister expresses worry about rise in gambling among youth


Minister expresses worry about rise in gambling among youth

November 9, 2020 at 8:06 AM

Dr Hafiz Bin Salih, the Upper West Regional Minister, has expressed worry about the rise in gambling and sports betting among the youth in the region.

This, he said could escalate the menace of social vices.

He said with the resumption of sporting activities after the Coronavirus (COVID-19) lockdown, some young people spent productive hours engaging in gambling and betting, an alternative of lottery, to the detriment of their personal development.

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