DVLA Warns Public Against Fake Facebook Account Impersonating CEO
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has issued a public alert warning Ghanaians about a fraudulent Facebook account impersonating its Chief Executive, Mr. Julius Neequaye Kotey.
In a statement released on Monday, December 22, 2025, the Authority cautioned the public to disregard any social media accounts or private messages claiming to represent the DVLA Chief Executive and soliciting financial favours, contracts, or personal information. The DVLA stressed that such communications are fraudulent and should not be engaged.
According to the Authority, Mr. Kotey does not conduct official business, offer contracts, or request payments through personal social media platforms or private messages. It emphasised that any such claims should be treated as deliberate attempts to defraud unsuspecting members of the public.
The DVLA has therefore advised the public to ignore and delete any friend requests or messages from accounts purporting to be from the Chief Executive, especially those seeking money or sensitive personal details. Members of the public have also been urged to report the fake accounts directly to Facebook to help curb the spread of the scam.
In the statement, the Authority underscored that all official communication from the DVLA is issued strictly through its recognised and verified channels. It warned that it will not be held liable for any losses, transactions, or engagements entered into with unauthorised persons or accounts falsely claiming to represent the Authority or its leadership.
The DVLA further disclosed that it is working closely with relevant security agencies to identify, track, and apprehend those behind the impersonation and related criminal activities. It noted that online impersonation poses a growing threat and requires cooperation between institutions, digital platforms, and the public to effectively combat.
Reaffirming its commitment to protecting the public, the Authority encouraged citizens to remain vigilant and exercise caution when engaging with individuals online who claim to represent public institutions. The DVLA assured the public that it remains committed to safeguarding its integrity and ensuring that its services and communications remain transparent, secure, and trustworthy as cyber-related scams continue to rise.
