Members of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Ashanti Region took to the streets on Thursday to protest the unexpected reinstatement of former Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) Regional Director, Amos Abeka.
The protest took place outside the DVLA regional office, with demonstrators donning red armbands and chanting slogans against what they called an “unjustified” return of Mr. Abeka to the role.
The protestors expressed frustration after Mr. Abeka, who had previously been farewelled by the authority, was granted an additional one-year extension in his position, despite the appointment of a new substantive director, who was also his former deputy.
Hopeson Keku, Regional Research Director of the NDC, voiced the party’s dissatisfaction, accusing the authorities of undermining fairness and transparency in the process. “A farewell party was held for Mr. Abeka, signaling the end of his tenure, so his sudden return raises serious questions,” Keku remarked. He added that the party would not allow this “disregard for procedure” to stand.
Addressing the crowd, Keku made it clear that the NDC would take further action if necessary. “If the authorities do not act swiftly, we will return on Monday to ensure the newly appointed director takes up his rightful position,” he declared.
The protestors’ resistance was framed as a stand for fairness and due process, with the group warning of continued protests if their concerns are not addressed. Their demands include a proper review of the decision and the protection of the new director’s appointment from what they see as an attempt to impose an outdated leadership choice on the region.
