Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA), Julius Neequaye Kotey, says the new technology-advanced vehicle number plates are designed to eliminate vehicle theft across the country
According to him, the new plates has an embedded Radio Frequency Identification ( RFID) technology that will perform the duties of tracking and verification of vehicle to avoid stolen cars being used in the country.
Mr. Kotey explained that, this new system will be integrated to toll booths and roadside billboards with RFID scanners, which can instantly detect the authenticity of a vehicle’s registration details.
“Further, it will have a real time verification that will alert authorities of any discrepancies to reduce the rate of stolen cars. The new plates will also be supported by a digital database that will include detailed information about each vehicle including owners identity,” he stated.
The CEO said this during a one-on-one exclusive interview with Saddick Adams on the Angel Morning Show (AMS) on Tuesday, October 28, 2025.
According to Mr. kotey, research indicates that about 10% of vehicles enters the system from 25 illegal routes used for unauthorized entry.
“With no current scientific method to verify plate authenticity, this gap has facilitated crimes that are difficult to track,” he noted.
Speaking further, he also expressed concern over many vehicles being insured by private companies and urged vehicles to adopt State Insurance Company ( SIC ) to ensure uniform coverage and adherence to regulation.
According to him, valid insurance stickers for Direct from Port (DP) vehicles last only 14 days and cost GHC48.00, which is less expensive compared to those from private companies.
Contributor: Ernest Kelvin Okanta
