In a coordinated operation, Ghanaian security agencies have arrested five individuals suspected of producing and distributing counterfeit Dealer Vehicle (DV) number plates across several regions of the country.
The arrests were made following intelligence linking the suspects to an illegal network responsible for manufacturing bogus vehicle registration plates, some of which were paired with forged motor insurance documents to make them appear legitimate.
According to statements from the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA), officers in collaboration with the National Security operatives apprehended the suspects in Accra’s Lapaz and Narmah areas, as well as in Tarkwa and Kumasi.
Authorities have since taken the suspects before the court, where they were remanded in custody and are expected to return for further proceedings on March 17, 2026. Two additional suspects who are believed to be part of the same syndicate remain at large.
Investigators warn that the circulation of fake DV plates poses serious risks to the vehicle registration system and road safety, especially when vehicles involved in accidents may lack valid insurance coverage.
The DVLA has urged the public to remain vigilant and only obtain vehicle plates through authorised channels, reminding motorists that the forgery, possession, or use of fake DV plates is a criminal offence under Regulation 23 of the Road Traffic Regulations, 2012 (L.I. 2180).
[2:32 PM, 3/10/2026] Clara Focus FM: Former President Kufuor Calls for a Second Chamber of Parliament
Former President John Agyekum Kufuor has reignited discussions on Ghana’s governance structure by proposing the establishment of a second legislative chamber to sit alongside the current Parliament.
In an interview on the AM Show, Mr. Kufuor suggested that Ghana’s existing unicameral legislative system could be strengthened by adding a house made up of experienced and respected figures from various sectors of society. He said this body would offer wise counsel on national issues without being tied to the politics of everyday party competition.
According to his proposal, the new chamber would include traditional rulers, religious leaders, academics, trade union representatives, and distinguished retired public servants. Rather than being elected through the usual political process, these members would be selected because of their expertise and long-standing service to the nation.
Mr. Kufuor described the proposed body as a “house of wisdom and experience” that could provide thoughtful advice on major national matters, helping to improve the quality of governance. The former president emphasized that the idea was not meant to weaken democratic institutions but to complement them with non-partisan perspectives.
He also differentiated his suggestion from the current Council of State, which advises the president behind closed doors. In contrast, the new chamber would deliberate publicly so that citizens can hear the advice delivered and see how public issues are debated.
While Ghana has operated a single‑house Parliament since the start of the Fourth Republic in 1993, debates over constitutional reform and governance structures have continued in national discussions. Mr. Kufuor’s proposal adds to this ongoing conversation but so far no formal steps have been taken to implement a second chamber.