The long wait for a Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) office in Bibiani-Anhwiaso-Bekwai is finally nearing its end, thanks to the decisive leadership of the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE), Hon. Sebastian Obeng, and the unwavering commitment of the Member of Parliament (MP), Hon. Bright Asamoah Brefo. Over the weekend, the MCE led a high-powered delegation from the DVLA Head Office to inspect the proposed site for the much-anticipated facility.
The technical team, led by Mr. Hudu, arrived in Bibiani on Saturday, September 13, to conduct the official assessment. The visit marks a crucial step toward bringing licensing and vehicle-related services closer to residents who, for years, have endured the burden of traveling long distances to other municipalities to access DVLA services.
Speaking during the inspection, Hon. Obeng assured the public that the Assembly is working hand in hand with the DVLA to fast-track all necessary processes. He emphasized that the establishment of the office will not only reduce stress and costs for drivers and vehicle owners but also strengthen compliance with road safety regulations across the municipality.
The initiative has been strongly backed by Hon. Bright Asamoah Brefo, who personally sponsored the technical team’s visit. His collaboration with the MCE has been hailed as a model of effective leadership, showing how local and national representatives can work together to deliver meaningful development for their people.
Residents have greeted the news with excitement, noting that the facility will save them money, reduce travel time, and simplify the acquisition of licenses and vehicle documents. “This is a big relief for us drivers. We’ve been waiting for years,” a commercial driver at Bibiani station told this paper.
Once established, the DVLA office is expected to serve not only Bibiani-Anhwiaso-Bekwai but also surrounding towns and districts, positioning Bibiani as a hub for licensing services in the Western North Region. Stakeholders say the project will boost local economic activity and attract more institutions to the area.
On behalf of the Municipal Assembly, Hon. Obeng expressed gratitude to the MP for his tireless support and to the DVLA technical team for their swift response. He reiterated the government’s commitment to ensuring the office becomes operational in record time, describing it as “a historic move that will transform service delivery in Bibiani and beyond.”
Read the full statement below:
PUBLIC STATEMENT
Subject: Progress Towards Establishment of DVLA Office in Bibiani
The general public is hereby informed of significant progress made towards the establishment of a Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) office in Bibiani.
On Saturday, September 13, a technical team from the DVLA Head Office, led by Mr. Hudu, paid an official working visit to Bibiani to inspect the proposed site for the new DVLA office. The team was warmly received and accompanied by the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE), Hon. Sebastian Obeng, who has been actively coordinating efforts on the ground.
This crucial visit follows the tireless efforts of the Member of Parliament for Bibiani-Anhwiaso-Bekwai, Hon. Bright Asamoah Brefo, whose unwavering commitment to bringing this vital service closer to the people continues to drive progress. Hon. Brefo personally sponsored the technical team’s visit and has been championing the cause at the national level.
The establishment of a DVLA office in Bibiani is expected to bring immense benefits to residents of the municipality and neighboring communities. These include improved access to licensing and vehicle-related services, a reduction in travel time and costs, and enhanced compliance with road safety regulations.
The Municipal Chief Executive, on behalf of the Assembly, expresses profound gratitude to Hon. Bright Asamoah Brefo for his proactive leadership and to the DVLA technical team for their prompt response and collaboration.
The public is assured that all necessary processes are being expedited to ensure that the DVLA office becomes operational within the shortest possible time.
Together, we are building a more accessible and efficient Bibiani-Anhwiaso-Bekwai.
Issued by:
Daniel Kakyire Addae
Special Aide to the MCE
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