Burkina Faso’s National Lottery Celebrates Another Life-Changing Win: Yewami Dakuyo Claims 79.9 Million FCFA jackpot
In a heartwarming ceremony held on January 9, 2025, the Burkinabe National Lottery (LONAB) awarded a staggering 79,907,500 FCFA to Yewami Dakuyo, the lucky winner of the 4+1 draw held on November 29, 2024. The event, attended by the Secretary General of the Boucle du Mouhoun region and local residents, marked yet another milestone in LONAB’s mission to create millionaires and foster national advancement.
A Winning Friendship
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Yewami Dakuyo, a professional farmer, and his longtime friend Seydou Ouermi, a commercial agent, shared the joy of their life-changing win. the duo had placed a modest bet of 1,200 FCFA, covering four combinations, one of which struck gold. “We’ve been friends for a long time.Often, he sends me the numbers I play, and I also send him numbers,” Seydou Ouermi recounted. “That day, he was the one who played our combination as I was busy. When he called me to tell me that we had the order, I received it with humility. I was very happy.”
The win has not only strengthened their bond but also inspired them to collaborate on future investments. Yewami and Seydou plan to channel their newfound wealth into agriculture and trade, aiming to create sustainable livelihoods for themselves and their community.
LONAB’s Role in National Development
Boureima Ouédraogo, the Western Regional Director of LONAB, expressed his delight at the ceremony, emphasizing the lottery’s role in expanding the circle of millionaires in Burkina Faso. “Through LONAB, punters participate in the development of their contry,” he stated. he congratulated the winners and urged them to use their winnings wisely, ensuring long-term benefits for themselves, their families, and the nation.
Adjara Kientega/Ouédraogo,Secretary General of the Boucle du Mouhoun region,echoed this sentiment. she encouraged the winners to invest in projects that coudl generate returns, reduce unemployment, and support the state in addressing the ongoing security crisis. “I hope they can do projects that the return on investment will really benefit them and others,” she said.
A Legacy of Success
This win adds to LONAB’s growing legacy of transforming lives. Thierry Abel Millogo, manager of the LONAB branch in Dédougou, reflected on the institution’s achievements, including a 91-million FCFA payout in March 2024. LONAB offers a diverse range of products, including the Faso parie (comprising PMU and ECD) and Faso money (featuring the minute raffle, fortune teller, and Faso lotto 190), catering to a wide audience of hopeful participants.
Key Highlights of the Event
| Aspect | Details |
|————————–|—————————————————————————–|
| Winner | Yewami Dakuyo |
| Winning Amount | 79,907,500 FCFA |
| Draw Date | November 29, 2024 |
| Bet Amount | 1,200 FCFA (4 combinations) |
| Ceremony Date | January 9, 2025 |
| Attendees | Secretary General of Boucle du mouhoun, LONAB officials, local residents |
| Planned Investments | Agriculture and trade |
A Call to Action
As LONAB continues to create opportunities for individuals and communities, Boureima Ouédraogo encouraged residents of Dédougou to keep participating in the lottery. “Through LONAB,punters participate in the development of their country,” he reiterated,highlighting the dual benefit of personal gain and national progress.
Yewami Dakuyo’s story is a testament to the transformative power of luck, friendship, and strategic investment. As he and Seydou embark on their new ventures, their journey serves as an inspiration to many, proving that dreams can indeed come true—one bet at a time.—
For more inspiring stories of LONAB winners, explore Sambo Kabré’s 61-million FCFA win and the five Burkinabè winners of the common agreement tranche.
Burkina Faso’s National Lottery Celebrates Another Life-Changing Win: Yewami Dakuyo Claims 79.9 Million FCFA Jackpot
In a heartwarming ceremony held on January 9, 2025, the Burkinabe National Lottery (LONAB) awarded a staggering 79,907,500 FCFA too Yewami Dakuyo, the lucky winner of the 4+1 draw held on November 29, 2024. The event,attended by the Secretary General of the Boucle du Mouhoun region and local residents,marked yet another milestone in LONAB’s mission to create millionaires and foster national advancement.
A Winning Friendship
Senior Editor: Yewami Dakuyo and his friend Seydou Ouermi have become overnight millionaires. Can you tell us more about their story and how thay managed to win such a significant amount?
Adjara Kientega: Absolutely. yewami Dakuyo, a professional farmer, and Seydou Ouermi, a commercial agent, have been friends for many years. They frequently enough share lottery numbers with each other. On that fateful day, Yewami placed a modest bet of 1,200 FCFA, covering four combinations, one of which turned out to be the winning ticket. seydou was busy at the time, so Yewami played their usual numbers. When Yewami called Seydou to share the news, Seydou was overwhelmed with joy and humility. This win has not only strengthened their bond but also inspired them to collaborate on future investments in agriculture and trade.
LONAB’s Role in National Development
Senior Editor: LONAB has been instrumental in creating millionaires and fostering national development. Can you elaborate on how LONAB contributes to the socio-economic growth of Burkina Faso?
Adjara Kientega: Certainly. LONAB plays a crucial role in expanding the circle of millionaires in Burkina Faso. By offering a diverse range of products like Faso parie and Faso money, LONAB caters to a wide audience, providing them with opportunities to change their lives. The lottery also contributes to national development by encouraging participants to invest in various sectors such as agriculture and trade. Boureima Ouédraogo,the Western regional Director of LONAB,emphasized this during the ceremony,urging winners to use their winnings wisely to ensure long-term benefits for themselves,their families,and the nation.
Future Plans for the Winners
Senior Editor: What are Yewami Dakuyo and Seydou Ouermi planning to do with their newfound wealth?
Adjara Kientega: Yewami and seydou have aspiring plans to invest in agriculture and trade. They aim to create enduring livelihoods for themselves and their community. Their story is a testament to the transformative power of luck, friendship, and strategic investment. As they embark on their new ventures, their journey serves as an inspiration to many, proving that dreams can indeed come true—one bet at a time.
A Call to Action
Senior Editor: What message does LONAB have for the residents of Dédougou and other potential participants?
Adjara Kientega: LONAB encourages residents of Dédougou and beyond to keep participating in the lottery. Boureima Ouédraogo reiterated that through LONAB,punters not only stand a chance to win life-changing amounts but also contribute to the development of their country. The dual benefit of personal gain and national progress makes LONAB a unique and valuable institution in Burkina Faso.
For more inspiring stories of LONAB winners, explore Sambo Kabré’s 61-million FCFA win and the five Burkinabè winners of the common agreement tranche.
