By Adnan Adams Mohammed
In a significant move to decentralize its operations and enhance service delivery, the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has announced the upcoming commissioning of five new facilities, including several “Ultra Centres” and a specialized Private Vehicle Test Station (PVTS).
The series of events, scheduled for mid-April 2026, aims to bring essential licensing and vehicle testing services closer to residents in rapidly growing industrial and residential hubs across the Greater Accra and Central Regions.
A Busy Week for Road Safety and Licensing
The Authority will inaugurate these centres across two major dates, led by the Chief Executive, Mr. Julius Neequaye Kotey, along with Deputy Chief Executives Foster Akwasi Asante Esq. (Services) and Mr. Iddissah Yeboah Seidu (Operations).
Monday, April 13, 2026
The commissioning tour begins on Monday with three major launches:
Anyaa Ultra Centre: The day kicks off at 10:00 am in Anyaa, providing a high-tech hub for motorists in the Ga Central area.
Buduburam PVTS: At 12:00 pm, focus shifts to Buduburam for the opening of a Private Vehicle Test Station, specifically designed to streamline vehicle roadworthiness inspections.
Kasoa Ultra Centre: The afternoon session concludes at 2:00 pm at the Tipper Junction in Kasoa. This event will be joined by Phillis Naa Koryoo Okunor, Member of Parliament for Awutu Senya East, highlighting the importance of the facility to the local constituency.
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Expansion continues later in the week with two additional centres:
Ashaiman Ultra Centre: Operations will be officially launched at 10:00 am to serve the densely populated industrial enclave of Ashaiman.
Teshie-Nungua Ultra Centre: The week’s activities wrap up at 1:00 pm with the opening of the Teshie-Nungua facility, expected to alleviate the pressure on the DVLA’s regional headquarters.
Improving Service Delivery
The “Ultra Centre” model represents the DVLA’s latest standard in service excellence, featuring modernized digital systems intended to reduce waiting times and eliminate the influence of unauthorized intermediaries, commonly known as “goro boys.”
A spokesperson for the Authority emphasized that these new centres are part of a broader “Your Safety, Our Concern” initiative. By increasing the number of points of sale and testing stations, the DVLA expects to see a higher rate of vehicle compliance and more efficient processing of driver licenses.
