Reports suggest that the Vehicle Embossers Association of Ghana has petitioned the Transport Ministry to halt the 2026 number plate change planned by the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority.
The Vehicle Embossers cited a lack of consultation and claim there will be a looming disruption if DVLA proceed with plans to introduce the new number plate.
According to TV3, they stated, “Vehicle Embossers Association of Ghana petitions Transport Ministry to halt January 2026 number plate changeover, cites lack of consultation and looming disruption”.
Meanwhile, the Chief Executive Officer of the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority, Julius Neequaye Kotey, has revealed he rejected a GHS4 million bribe to stop implementing the new DP plate.
The DVLA boss was quoted by Angel TV Ghana to have stated, “ I rejected GHS4 m bribery cash to stop implementing the new DP plate policy”.
The DVLA is introducing number plates embedded with Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) chips.
According to the DVLA boss, the RFID chips would enhance security and curb vehicle-related criminality.
The DVLA boss explained that the RFID-enabled plates would make it very difficult for external entities to tamper with or replicate vehicle information.
Julius Neequaye Kotey and the technical team have outlined the upcoming nationwide vehicle registration reforms, aimed at modernising the system, enhancing security, and addressing longstanding issues like plate abuse and data inaccuracies.
The DVLA Justifications for the New System include,
Database Cleanup: Builds a credible, updated vehicle registry to tackle stolen/unaccustomed vehicles and fraud (e.g., easy plate duplication from garages).
State-Controlled Printing: Plates will be produced in-house by DVLA (not private entities) after verification, reducing unauthorised access.
Owner Identification: Links plates to verified owners to boost public safety, crime prevention (e.g., vehicles in crimes), road enforcement, and regional harmonisation (e.g., ECOWAS integration).
Best Practices: Aligns with global standards for reliable data and anti-fraud measures.
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