The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has commissioned six new offices across the country as part of efforts to expand its operations and improve access to services.
Four of these offices are already operational, with two more set to be inaugurated this week.
Adenta Office: Commissioned by H.E. John Dramani Mahama on November 16, 2016, the Adenta office operates from a building owned by the Ministry of Transport, which is shared with Ayalolo.
Bole Office: Currently run from a rented space, this office has secured a permanent future home following the generous donation of 16 plots of land by the Paramount Chief of Bole. Construction of a dedicated facility is expected in due course.
Akwatia Office: Established under the DVLA’s Ultra Center Concept, the Akwatia office is a public-private partnership. A private investor provides and brands the facility while DVLA staffs it. Revenue is shared, with 20% retained by DVLA and 80% going to the investor.
Asamankese Office: Built on the same Ultra Center model as Akwatia, this office also operates from a privately owned building under the PPP arrangement.
Dormaa Office: The Dormaahene, Paramount Chief of Dormaa, provided a building free of charge for DVLA’s use. Following renovations and branding, the facility now serves the community, though ownership remains with the Dormaa Palace.
Bechem Office: This facility was made possible through the intervention of the area’s Member of Parliament, Charles Asiedu, who secured a Municipal Assembly building and personally funded its renovation and painting.
According to DVLA Chief Executive Officer, Julius Neequaye Kotey, these projects highlight the Authority’s commitment to expanding services nationwide while also reflecting strong collaboration with traditional leaders, Members of Parliament, and private investors.
He emphasized that contrary to claims, no new DVLA building established under the previous Nana Addo-led government was handed over to the Mahama administration for commissioning or operationalization.
“I can confidently say with the facts stated above that the past Nana Addo led Government has not established any building for the Mahama led Administration to commission and operationalize as DVLA office. The good people of Ghana can judge the impact made by the Mahama led Administration,” Mr. Kotey stated.
He concluded with a call for continued support for the DVLA’s vision of modernizing and decentralizing vehicle licensing services across the country.
Source: Starrfm.com.gh
