The Ashanti Regional Manager of the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA), Mr. Jerry E. Aflabo, has warned the public against private garages that offer renewal and issuance of driver’s licenses and vehicle licenses.
He said these services are not within the mandate of private garages.
The Ashanti Regional DVLA Boss stressed on the importance of authenticating driving licenses and appealed to the public to acquire genuine licenses and necessary documentation from the DVLA.
Mr Aflabo pointed out that private garages are only supposed to inspect vehicle registrations and road worthiness certifications.
“There are sanctions for individuals and private garages that engage in such illegal practices. Private garage owners must be vigilant and prevent such activities from occurring under their watch,” he said.
The DVLA official gave this warning during a meeting with the media after a joint meeting with Management on May 12.
He reiterated his commitment to building on the progress made by his predecessor and ensuring that licenses are readily available to the public.
Mr Aflabo reminded stakeholders, including importers and car dealers, of the importance of collaborating with the DVLA for advice on vehicle registration.
He stressed that the Ghana Card remains the sole document for registration and appealed to the vehicle owners to transfer ownership documents when selling their vehicles to ensure that the new owner’s details are officially recorded.
“Failure to do so could result in the seller being held responsible if the vehicle is involved in any crime,” he pointed out.
He promised the public that his office would conduct regular education campaigns to reduce the incidence of such issues and prevent the public from falling victim to scams.
“By working together, the DVLA aims to maintain the integrity of the licensing system and ensure public safety on the roads,” he assured.
