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Julius Neequaye Kotey

Also known as: Mr Kotey · Mr. Kotey · DVLA boss · Mr Julius Neequaye Kotey

2026-06-082026-08-05

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  1. June 2026
  2. Daily Guide

    The rest are Eastern Regional Minister, Rita Akosua Awatey; Deputy Transport Minister, Dorcas Affo-Toffey; Chief Executive of the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA), Julius Neequaye Kotey; Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Shippers Authority, Prof.

    Two Petition Mahama Over ‘Cash-For-Awards’
  3. Daily Guide

    The rest are Eastern Regional Minister, Rita Akosua Awatey; Deputy Transport Minister, Dorcas Affo-Toffey; Chief Executive of the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA), Julius Neequaye Kotey; Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Shippers Authority, Prof.

    Two Petition Mahama Over ‘Cash-For-Awards’
  4. Daily Guide

    Ransford Gyampo, Ruth Dela Seddoh, Julius Neequaye Kotey and Simon Madjie. The Ga Mantse, King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, was among the dignitaries who attended the event.

    Ato Forson Named Best Performing Minister
  5. The Chronicle

    Ransford Gyampo, Ruth Dela Seddoh, Julius Neequaye Kotey and Simon Madjie. Organisers said the awards seek to promote accountability, excellence and innovation in public service while encouraging public officials to deliver results that improve the lives of citizens.

    Ato Leads Mahama’s Ministerial Rankings –Big Events Ghana

Yesterday

  1. DVLA breaks ground on new office at Bechem in Ahafo

    The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority has begun construction of a permanent, ultra-modern office facility at Bechem in the Ahafo Region, which will include an operational office and banking hall to improve access to DVLA services. The Bechem Traditional Council donated the land for the project free of charge.

    17 hours ago · Joy Online

  2. DVLA pilots RFID-enabled number plates in August 2026

    The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority is rolling out a new digital vehicle number plate system with embedded Radio Frequency Identification chips and Ghana Card integration, beginning with a pilot phase on government vehicles in August 2026, followed by a mandatory nationwide rollout in January 2027. The system aims to create a more credible vehicle registration database, prevent registration of stolen and uncustomed vehicles, and align Ghana with international best practices.

    23 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times

  3. DVLA pilots electronic number plate system ahead of January 2027 rollout

    The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority will begin piloting a new electronic number plate system this month, with nationwide implementation to commence in January 2027, according to the agency's CEO. The rollout had been delayed by a court case and the time needed to secure parliamentary approval and Cabinet clearance for the system.

    4 August 2026 · Joy Online

  4. DVLA to link vehicle registration numbers to owners permanently

    Ghana's DVLA will reform its vehicle registration system so that registration numbers are tied to vehicle owners rather than vehicles, requiring new owners to obtain fresh registration numbers when they purchase vehicles. The reform aims to improve traceability of vehicle ownership and prevent former owners from being held responsible for offences committed after they have sold their vehicles.

    4 August 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 3 August

  1. DVLA to provide free replacements for faded 2026 number plates

    The Chief Executive Officer of the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority has acknowledged complaints about fading 2026 vehicle number plates and announced affected vehicle owners will receive free replacements. The fading was caused by production challenges after 159 of 160 contracted embossing companies suspended services in January 2026 over a contract dispute, leaving only one company to produce plates for the entire country.

    3 August 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 24 July

  1. DVLA to pilot digital registration system in August 2026

    The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority will begin piloting a new digital vehicle registration system in August 2026, with full rollout scheduled for January 1, 2027. The system aims to eliminate illegal number plate cloning and improve vehicle identification for law enforcement agencies.

    24 July 2026 · Joy Online

  2. DVLA expands access to reduce reliance on intermediaries

    The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority says it is working to reduce public reliance on intermediaries known as "Goro Boys" by expanding access to its services across the country. The DVLA CEO stated the approach is to regulate these intermediaries while improving direct access to DVLA services, as many customers resort to them because of distance and cost barriers to official offices.

    24 July 2026 · Joy Online

  3. DVLA's new inspection technology detects over 130 suspected cloned cars

    The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority says its newly introduced vehicle inspection technology has detected and seized more than 130 vehicles suspected to be cloned or linked to duty evasion. The DVLA CEO said the cloning detection machines verify authenticity of vehicle chassis numbers and trace vehicle history to tackle fraudulent activities in vehicle registration.

    24 July 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 15 July

  1. DVLA opens Tumu office, launches U-T registration plates

    The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority has inaugurated its 22nd district office in Tumu, Upper West Region, bringing vehicle registration and licensing services closer to residents of Sissala East and Sissala West municipalities. The office will issue the new U-T registration series and provide full DVLA services, while officials warn against dealing with unlicensed intermediaries known as "goro boys."

    15 July 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 14 July

  1. DVLA to replace all vehicle number plates by 2028

    The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority announced plans to replace all vehicle number plates in Ghana between January 1, 2027, and December 31, 2028, under a new digital vehicle identification system that will integrate with toll, insurance, police, and judiciary databases to strengthen vehicle identification and reduce revenue leakages.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 10 June

  1. Citizens petition Mahama over alleged cash-for-awards scheme

    Two citizens have petitioned President John Mahama to investigate government officials who allegedly paid money ranging between GH¢25,000 and GH¢50,000 to receive awards at the 6th Ghana Ministers of State Excellence Awards held in Accra on June 6, 2026.

    10 June 2026 · Daily Guide

  2. Citizens petition Mahama over alleged cash-for-awards scheme

    Two citizens have petitioned President Mahama to investigate government officials who allegedly paid money to receive awards at the 6th Ghana Ministers of State Excellence Awards in Accra on June 6, 2026. The petition alleges that awardees paid between GH¢25,000 and GH¢50,000 to secure recognition, and names several government ministers among the recipients.

    10 June 2026 · Daily Guide

Monday 8 June

  1. Finance Minister Ato Forson named Overall Best Performing Minister

    Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, Minister of Finance, has been named the Overall Best Performing Minister at the 6th Ghana Minister of the Year Awards, recognized for his distinguished service and performance at the Ministry of Finance. The awards ceremony, held in Accra, celebrated excellence in public service and impactful leadership in governance during the 2025 review period.

    8 June 2026 · Daily Guide

  2. Finance Minister Ato Forson wins Ghana Minister of the Year 2025-2026

    Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, Finance Minister, was adjudged Overall Best Minister of the Year 2025–2026 at the 6th Ghana Minister of the Year Awards held in Accra. Other ministers honoured included Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa as Best Young Minister and John Abdulai Jinapor as Best Innovation Minister.

    8 June 2026 · The Chronicle

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