The Vehicle and Assets Dealers Union of Ghana (VADUG) has firmly dissociated itself from recent reports linking car dealers in the country to the importation and sale of stolen vehicles.
In a statement signed by its President General, Bernard Ntrekwah, the Union warned that such activities, if not addressed, could tarnish Ghana’s international reputation and instill fear and mistrust within the used-car industry.
“As a Union, we have always championed best practices, ensuring that our members adhere to proper procedures in the acquisition, transportation, and sale of vehicles,” the statement read.
VADUG emphasized that it has no association with individuals or garages implicated in the illicit trade and pledged full cooperation with law enforcement and investigative bodies to stamp out the practice.
The Union also urged border and port authorities to exercise “the highest level of professionalism” in preventing stolen vehicles from entering the country. It further called for stronger collaboration among state agencies and increased public education on the workings of the automobile market, reaffirming its commitment to support efforts aimed at restoring trust and order in the sector.
