Residents of Bole in the Savannah Region are celebrating the official opening of a new Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) office—a development expected to significantly ease the stress of accessing licensing services in the area.
Until now, residents had to travel long distances to Tamale or Wa for basic DVLA services. The new regional office eliminates that challenge and brings services closer to home.
At the commissioning ceremony, the Member of Parliament for Bole and Deputy Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Yussif Sulemana, called on staff to uphold high standards of professionalism. He issued a stern warning against misconduct, stating that anyone found flouting the rules would face disciplinary action.
“Anyone who misbehaves at this office—especially locals privileged to be employed here—should know that I’ll fully support the CEO in taking necessary action, including dismissal,” he warned.
Mr Sulemana also expressed appreciation to DVLA CEO Julius Neequaye Kotey and President John Dramani Mahama for their role in bringing development and employment to Bole. He encouraged residents to utilize the new facility to obtain proper documentation, which would reduce police harassment over missing or expired licenses.
DVLA CEO Julius Neequaye Kotey advised the public to avoid dealing with middlemen or paying unofficial charges. “All official fees will be clearly displayed. Payments must only be made as directed,” he emphasized.
He also thanked Bolewura Sarfo Kutuge Feso I for releasing 60 acres of land for the DVLA’s permanent regional complex in the future.
