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Nigeria’s ride-hailing union, AUATON, pass vote of no confidence on president

The leadership crisis deals a significant blow to a union whose very inception was a protracted battle, culminating only in late 2023 after years of fragmentation.

Mobility

Ride-hailing drivers seek 5% commission in petition against Uber, Bolt, InDrive and Lagride

Lagos drivers demand a 5% commission cap from Uber, Bolt, and others, seeking insurance and welfare reforms amid Nigeria’s worsening gig economy crisis.

Mobility

Lagos state summons Uber, Bolt, others over alleged unfair practices in ride-hailing sector

Lagos State Government has summoned Uber, Bolt, Indrive, and others to a public hearing following a petition by AUATON over insecurity, unfair labour practices, and regulatory violations.

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AUATON distances self from viral InDrive incident involving child locked in car boot 

AUATON Lagos has disassociated itself from a viral video of an InDrive driver placing a child in a car boot. The union demands an investigation and warns against unregulated driver onboarding.

Mobility Tech

Local ride-hailing app SimpliRide launches in Nigeria with zero commission

Simpliride, a driver-led ride-hailing platform, has launched in Lagos, Abuja, and Port Harcourt, offering a subscription-based alternative to Uber and Bolt. The initiative marks a major shift in Nigeria’s gig economy, empowering drivers with better pay and protections.

Mobility

Nigerian ride-hailing drivers to strike on May 1 over low fares and poor working conditions

Ride-hailing drivers in Nigeria plan a May 1 strike to protest exploitative commissions, low fares, and poor safety measures. The action could reshape gig economy policies in Nigeria and beyond.

Mobility

Nigerian Uber and Bolt drivers demand a greater cut of ride-hailing companies’ estimated ₦36 billion annual revenue

Nigerian drivers working for Uber and Bolt are demanding a reduction in commission rates, arguing that the current 25% cut is unsustainable given rising operational costs.

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