The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) is rolling out an ambitious plan to expand its services across all districts of the nation, targeting the rampant use of counterfeit driving licenses and vehicle stickers while tackling accessibility gaps in underserved regions, according to Deputy Chief Executive Foster Kwesi Asante.
During a media briefing following a visit by the Parliamentary Select Committee on Roads and Transport on May 7, 2025, Mr. Asante outlined DVLA’s commitment to decentralizing operations to ensure every region has access to its services.
“We’re bringing DVLA to areas previously left out. Right now, we’re setting up an office in Bole to serve communities without access,” he said.
The Committee’s visit was part of its oversight of transport agencies under the Ministry of Transport. Committee members voiced concerns over the absence of DVLA offices in several areas, particularly in northern Ghana. Hon. Chiwitey Dari Andrew, Vice Chairperson, stressed the burden on residents in the Upper Regions, who often travel up to 100 kilometres for licenses or roadworthy certificates.
The Committee directed the DVLA to establish offices in all districts and promised support to make this a reality.
DVLA expansion
Mr. Asante confirmed that new offices are already in progress in locations like Bechem and Bole, with mobile service vans deployed to deliver services directly to communities.
“Our vans visit markets, churches, and workplaces, reaching people who can’t visit our offices due to busy schedules,” he explained.
Addressing the issue of fake licenses and expired certificates, Mr. Asante linked these problems to limited service access.
“When people spend over GH¢250 for a certificate that costs much less, it fuels illegal practices. We’re bringing services closer to eliminate this,” he assured
The Parliamentary Committee called for faster expansion and modernization of DVLA’s operations.
Mr. Asante welcomed the input, reaffirming the Authority’s dedication to improving access and boosting national revenue stating, “We’re committed to delivering services to our customers’ doorsteps while contributing to state funds.”
By Osumanu Al-Hassan/thenewsbulletin24.com