Nigerian drivers working with e-hailing platforms such as Bolt, Uber, and inDrive are reportedly requesting passengers to pay more than app-quoted fares to cope with current petrol prices.
The drivers’ survival tactics persist despite the recent fare hikes implemented by Uber and other ride-hailing platforms.
TimesNow.com.ng had earlier reported that Uber implemented a 13% fare increase for its UberX service in September, acknowledging drivers’ growing operational challenges.
The statement from the company reads:
Bolt implemented a similar price adjustment in Abuja.
Punch reports that Bolt management adjusted its fares. The minimum fare for Bolt rides has been raised from N1,300 to N1,495, and the start fee has been increased from N737 to N884.
The company also revised its cost per kilometre from N124 to N152 and increased the charge per minute from N21 to N25.
The company stated:
BusinessDay reports that the drivers claimed that the increase was not enough.
Faith Lisa, a writer, was quoted as saying:
Also, Temitope Victoria, her inDrive driver, collected N1,000 more than the N6,500 he agreed to on the app.
Earlier, TimesNow.com.ng reported that Switch Tech Limited, a Nigerian company, launched a new app in Abuja to tackle ‘one-chance’ robbery in public transport.
The app uses QR codes and AI technology to help users quickly report suspicious activities, enabling law enforcement to respond faster.
Ugbah Chukwuma, the company’s Chief Executive Officer, provided insights into the app’s potential, believing it will enhance road safety through innovative technology.
Proofreading by James, Ojo Adakole, journalist and copy editor at TimesNow.com.ng.
Source: TimesNow.com.ng
