The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) today commissioned a new office at Weija‑Gbawe in the Greater Accra Region, a move designed to enhance operational efficiency and provide better access to licensing services for local communities.
The new facility replaces an old building that had been shared with other businesses and was increasingly unable to cope with the growing demand for DVLA services. According to Chief Executive Officer Julius Neequaye Kotey, the Weija‑Gbawe station has become one of the busiest in the Authority’s network, earning Category A status and employing more than 40 permanent staff, supported by national service personnel and contract workers.
During the commissioning ceremony, Transport Minister Joseph Bukari Nikpe urged DVLA employees to uphold professionalism, integrity and courtesy in their dealings with the public. “This facility stands as a testament to the goals of decentralisation and inclusive service delivery to the Ghanaian people,” he said. “Serve them with courtesy, serve them with integrity, serve them with professionalism, and treat every client with the dignity they deserve.”
Mr Kotey explained that space constraints and congestion at the former office had limited the Authority’s ability to serve clients efficiently. “The limitations of the previous office became increasingly apparent as demand rose, making it difficult to meet the growing needs of both clients and staff,” he noted. The new building, he added, is part of broader efforts to strengthen public institutions, restore public confidence and improve service delivery across all sectors.
With the new office in place, the DVLA aims to bring driver and vehicle licensing services closer to residents in Weija‑Gbawe, Kasoa and neighbouring communities, aligning with the Ministry of Transport’s decentralisation strategy. The commission marks a significant step in improving public access to essential services and supporting the Authority’s commitment to customer satisfaction.
Looking ahead, the DVLA plans to monitor the new facility’s impact on service delivery and explore further expansions to meet the needs of Ghana’s growing transportation sector.
