The Chief Executive of Ghana’s Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA), Julius Neequaye Kotey, has expressed his sincere appreciation to the Ministry of Transport, parliamentarians, and DVLA staff for the historic passage of the Road Traffic Amendment Bill.
The bill introduces RFID chip-embedded vehicle number plates, enabling commercialization of motorcycle use and enhancing vehicle traceability.
This development is expected to improve road safety and security.
Reforms and milestones under Julius Neequaye Kotey’s leadership at DVLA:
24-Hour Services: Round-the-clock operations at select centers for convenient license renewal and services.
Digital Sticker System: Replacement of traditional aluminum plates with QR-coded stickers, enhancing security and reducing corruption.
International Offices: Plans to open six offices abroad, catering to Ghanaians and improving access to services.
Financial Turnaround: Clearing over US$200 million in debts and rejecting over 400 million Ghana cedis in bribes.
A New Era of Efficiency and Transparency
The DVLA chief has emphasized transparency, accountability, and customer-centricity, aiming to restore public trust and make DVLA a model of efficiency in Ghana’s public sector.
Currently, DVLA is undergoing a significant transformation under the leadership of Julius Neequaye Kotey, who took office in January 2025.
With a strong background in public policy, compliance, and driver licensing systems, Kotey is determined to modernize the agency and improve service delivery.
Kotey’s leadership has been praised for its emphasis on transparency, accountability, and customer-centricity. His efforts aim to restore public trust and make DVLA a model of efficiency in Ghana’s public sector.
By Adnan Adams Mohammed
