The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has initiated a major crackdown on lapses within Ghana’s vehicle inspection system, engaging operators of Private Vehicle Testing Stations (PVTS) to enforce stricter compliance and restore credibility in the issuance of roadworthy certificates.
The high-level stakeholder meeting comes amid rising concerns over the growing number of unroadworthy vehicles on Ghana’s roads, sparking public scrutiny over how such vehicles continue to pass mandatory inspections.
PVTS operators who play a critical role in testing vehicles before certification were brought together to identify weaknesses in the current system and propose practical reforms to address them.
Chief Executive of the DVLA, Julius Neequaye Kotey, outlined a series of measures aimed at tightening oversight and eliminating loopholes in the inspection process.
Central to the reforms is the introduction of a real-time monitoring system that will enable the Authority to track vehicles inspected and certified across all private testing stations nationwide. The move is expected to significantly reduce irregularities and improve transparency within the system.
In addition, the DVLA plans to increase staff presence at PVTS facilities across the country to ensure strict adherence to operational standards and regulatory requirements.
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Mr. Kotey issued a strong warning to non-compliant operators, indicating that the Authority will not hesitate to apply sanctions, including the possible closure of facilities that fail to meet required standards.
The latest intervention signals a renewed push by the DVLA to strengthen accountability within the vehicle inspection regime, as authorities intensify efforts to ensure that only roadworthy vehicles are permitted on Ghana’s roads. The reforms are expected to play a critical role in improving road safety outcomes and restoring public confidence in the country’s vehicle certification system.
