The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has impounded 40 vehicles at the Tema Harbour following an intelligence-led operation that uncovered the use of fraudulent Drive from Port (DP) stickers.
In a statement issued on Friday, April 17, the Authority disclosed that investigations also revealed cases where genuine DP stickers had been placed on vehicles with mismatched documentation.
Preliminary findings suggest the vehicles were imported into the country by CFAO. However, the DVLA indicated that an agent contracted to clear the vehicles on behalf of the company allegedly used illegal methods, leading to the discrepancies identified.
The Authority explained that a recent drop in DP sticker issuance at the ports raised red flags and triggered further investigations, culminating in the operation.
According to the DVLA, it had earlier recorded a sharp rise in the issuance of DP stickers—from an average of 2,000 per month to about 15,000 in October 2025. This was followed by a sudden decline in recent months, prompting closer scrutiny.
The DVLA added that it is working closely with National Security to investigate the matter and strengthen efforts to clamp down on fraudulent activities within the vehicle importation and registration system.
It further urged vehicle importers and stakeholders to exercise due diligence and strictly adhere to established procedures, assuring the public of its commitment to protecting the integrity of Ghana’s vehicle administration system.
