By Florence Afriyie Mensah
Kumasi, June 16, GNA – The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has noted with concern the activities of fraudsters sending fake SMS messages to unsuspecting members of the public under the pretext of collecting fines on behalf of the Authority.
The modus operandi of these scammers is to send an SMS to a client containing a link.
When the recipient clicks on the link, he or she is redirected to a fake platform and asked to pay a supposed DVLA fine, sometimes with claims of discounts or urgent payment deadlines.
A statement issued by the Management of the Authority and made available to the Ghana News Agency, urged the public to disregard such messages saying “they are fraudulent.
“The DVLA does not offer discounts on fines.
Any SMS, website, platform, or person claiming to offer discounted DVLA fines is fraudulent.
The only acceptable online payment gateway for DVLA transactions is the Government of Ghana’s official payment platform, https://www.Ghana.gov.gh.
The official website of the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority is www.dvla.gov.gh, the statement emphasised
Any other website, shortened link, or unofficial payment link claiming to represent DVLA should be treated as fake.
The statement further advises the public to verify all DVLA-related information through its official website, recognised DVLA offices, and approved public communication channels.
It further encouraged persons who received such suspicious SMS to report to the nearest DVLA or the appropriate law enforcement agency for further action.
The DVLA has therefore pledged its commitment to protecting the public from fraudulent activities and ensuring that all official transactions are conducted through secure and approved channels.
GNA
Edited by Kwabia Owusu-Mensah/Benjamin Mensah
Reporter: Florence Afriyie Mensah