CFAO breaks silence on DVLA vehicle impoundment: ‘We do not condone fraudulent activity’.
CFAO Mobility Ghana PLC has issued a strong statement distancing itself from the fraudulent clearance methods that led to the impoundment of 40 vehicles at the Tema Harbour, pledging full cooperation with authorities as investigations intensify.
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority announced on Friday, April 17, 2026, that it had seized the vehicles following an intelligence-led operation that uncovered the use of fraudulent Drive from Port stickers, as well as the affixing of authentic DP stickers on vehicles with mismatched records.
Preliminary investigations indicated that the affected vehicles were imported by CFAO, but evidence suggested that an external agent engaged to clear the vehicles may have employed unauthorised methods.
CFAO: We operate with highest standards
In a response, CFAO Mobility Ghana moved to assure regulators, customers, and the public of its commitment to compliance and ethical conduct.
“CFAO Mobility Ghana wishes to state that it operates with the highest standards of compliance, transparency, and ethical business conduct. 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 statement read.
The company, which has been a major player in Ghana’s automotive sector for decades, emphasised that it does not condone, support, or engage in any form of fraudulent or non-compliant activity.
“We take this matter seriously and will fully cooperate with the DVLA and all relevant authorities to establish the facts and ensure clarity.”
Internal systems structured for integrity
CFAO disclosed that its internal systems, processes, and partnerships are structured to uphold integrity at every stage of its operations. The company expressed appreciation for the trust placed in it by customers, partners, and regulators, and reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining that trust through responsible and ethical conduct.
The statement was signed by Adedamola Adelabu, Country Delegate of CFAO Group Ghana and Managing Director of CFAO Mobility Ghana PLC, with Dennis Gawuga, Communications Manager, also listed on the release.
What happened
The DVLA had earlier disclosed that the DP sticker system was introduced to address revenue leakages associated with the previous aluminium DP plate system. Following the reform, the Authority recorded a significant increase in issuance, from an average of 2,000 stickers per month to approximately 15,000 in October 2025.
However, a recent decline in DP sticker issuance at the ports prompted further investigations, leading to the impoundment operation.
The DVLA is working closely with National Security to investigate the matter and intensify efforts to combat fraudulent practices within the vehicle importation and registration process.
What next
CFAO indicated that as investigations continue, it will provide further updates where necessary. The company has not sought to distance itself from responsibility for the vehicles it imported but has instead pointed to an external agent as the potential source of the irregularities.
The DVLA, meanwhile, has urged all vehicle importers and stakeholders to exercise due diligence and comply strictly with established procedures, warning that it remains vigilant and committed to safeguarding the integrity of Ghana’s vehicle administration system.
