The Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA), Foster Akwasi Asante Esq., has revealed that the stakeholder engagement held in the Eastern Region marks the beginning of a nationwide consultation process aimed at introducing new vehicle number plates next year.
Mr. Asante explained that the country has been divided into three operational zones—Southern, Middle, and Northern—to ensure broad and inclusive stakeholder participation. Similar engagement sessions, he noted, are being held across all regions to gather input and ensure a smooth transition when the new plates are rolled out.
He emphasized that the DVLA remains committed to stakeholder consultation because key players in the transport industry—including the GPTRCU, MTTD, insurance companies, and various transport unions—must be involved in shaping the reform. Their insights, concerns, and recommendations, he added, are essential for effective implementation and for strengthening the new system.
Highlighting the motivations behind the change, Mr. Asante pointed out that the reform is rooted in improving road safety. “Every day we hear of accidents across the country, and most of them are due to overspeeding. We all know that overspeeding kills,” he said, underscoring the need for enhanced vehicle identification and accountability.
The Eastern Regional Manager of the DVLA, Nana George Affram, assured the public that the Authority is adequately prepared and fully capable of implementing the changes. He noted that the DVLA has successfully carried out major reforms in the past, including updates to driver’s licences and number plates, and is ready to deliver once again.
According to Mr. Affram, the upcoming system will significantly enhance vehicle identification nationwide. He explained that criminals often use fake or stolen number plates to commit crimes, complicating security investigations. “All these issues will be a thing of the past. With the new system, radio signals will be able to verify whether the number plate on a vehicle truly belongs to it,” he said.
Source:Mybrytmonline.com/Amuzu Priscilla
