CFAO Mobility Ghana PLC has firmly denied any involvement in fraudulent activities following the impoundment of 40 vehicles at the Tema Harbour by the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA).
In a statement released on April 18, 2026, the company assured regulators, customers, and the public of its commitment to full compliance and ethical conduct, while pledging to cooperate with ongoing investigations.
The DVLA announced on Friday, April 17, that it had seized the vehicles after an intelligence-led operation uncovered the use of fraudulent “Drive from Port” (DP) stickers. Authorities also found instances where authentic stickers had been affixed to vehicles with mismatched records.
While preliminary investigations confirmed the vehicles were imported by CFAO, evidence suggests an external agent hired to handle clearance procedures may have employed unauthorised methods.
‘Highest Standards of Compliance’
In its response, CFAO moved quickly to distance itself from the irregularities.
“CFAO Mobility Ghana wishes to state that it operates with the highest standards of compliance, transparency, and ethical business conduct,” the statement read. “For many decades, the company has maintained a strong track record of adhering strictly to all regulatory requirements governing vehicle importation, clearance, and registration in Ghana.”
The company emphasised that it does not condone, support, or engage in any form of fraudulent or non-compliant activity, adding that its internal systems are structured to uphold integrity at every stage of its operations.
“We take this matter seriously and will fully cooperate with the DVLA and all relevant authorities to establish the facts and ensure clarity,” the statement added.
Background
The DVLA had previously introduced the DP sticker system to address revenue leakages associated with the old aluminium DP plate system. Following the reform, issuance of stickers rose from an average of 2,000 per month to about 15,000 in October 2025. However, a recent decline in sticker issuance at the ports triggered further investigations, leading to the impoundment operation.
The Authority is now working closely with National Security to intensify efforts against fraudulent practices in the vehicle importation process.
CFAO has indicated it will provide further updates as investigations continue. The DVLA has urged all importers to exercise due diligence and comply strictly with established procedures, warning that it remains vigilant in safeguarding the integrity of Ghana’s vehicle administration system.
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