DVLA Reveals 75% of Ride-Hailing Drivers Checked Used Fake Licences
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has raised serious concerns over the authenticity of driving licences being used by drivers operating on ride-hailing platforms in Ghana.
According to the DVLA, 75% of the licences checked among ride-hailing drivers were found to be fake, highlighting what the Authority describes as a major safety and regulatory concern within the sector.
The Chief Executive Officer of the DVLA, Julius Neequaye Kotey, disclosed the worrying figure during an interview on Atinka TV on Tuesday, August 11, 2026.
He explained that the Authority’s ride-hailing monitoring system had uncovered a significant number of fraudulent licences being used by drivers.
“We have issues with ride-hailing drivers. When we checked the ride-hailing monitoring system on our end, 75% of the licences we checked in the ride-hailing space were all fake. Seventy-five per cent of the drivers whose licences we checked were all fake,” he said.
Mr. Kotey further revealed that the problem is not limited to one particular ride-hailing company. He mentioned Bolt, Uber and Yango among the platforms where drivers with allegedly fraudulent licences have been identified.
“This includes drivers operating on platforms such as Bolt, Uber and Yango,” he added.
The revelation has sparked concerns about how drivers are being verified before being allowed to operate commercially, particularly given the responsibility placed on ride-hailing companies to ensure that drivers using their platforms meet the required regulatory standards.
The DVLA’s findings also raise questions about the safety of passengers who rely on ride-hailing services daily, as the authenticity and validity of a driver’s licence are important factors in determining whether the individual is legally qualified to operate a vehicle.
The Authority’s disclosure is therefore likely to intensify calls for stronger verification systems and closer monitoring of ride-hailing operators across the country.
