The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has uncovered a well-organised criminal network involved in the production and distribution of counterfeit DV plates, with over 30,000 fake plates introduced into the system.

Five suspects have been arrested and are currently on remand, with two additional suspects at large.

The fake plates have an estimated street value of GHS 12,510,000 and are causing the Authority to lose over GHS 20,000,000 annually.

The DVLA has tightened the issuance process for DV plates in 2026 to curb abuse.

The Authority will introduce RFID chip-embedded number plates to eliminate counterfeit plates.

'Goro Boys' operating within and around DVLA premises will face prosecution.

In his remarks, Mr. Julius Neequaye Kotey emphasised the DVLA's commitment to protecting Ghana's vehicle registration system and strengthening road safety enforcement.

He urged the public to deal directly with authorised DVLA staff and avoid middlemen and 'Goro Boys'.

The DVLA is working closely with law enforcement agencies to dismantle the criminal network and eradicate the production and circulation of fake number plates.