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Foremost ride-hailing company in Nigeria, Uber, has announced the introduction of her two new services for the Nigerian market.Uber said the two services, ‘Uber Connect’ and ‘Uber Hourly’, will be available for Nigeria customers in the…

The CEO of Uber, Dara Khosrowshahi has revealed that the ride-hailing company would consider getting into cannabis delivery business once federal regulations make it legal.“When federal laws come into play, we’re absolutely going to…

Bolt, a ride-hailing service unveils it’s fourth generation electric scooter. The company is widely known for its ride-hailing service but also operates an electric scooter service in 45 cities across Europe. The new model focuses on…

Tech stocks shot bigger as American voters went to the polls, the gains coming considerably in advance of final results that could indicate who will win the presidency.SEE ALSO: Kanye West Appears On Presidential Ballots For Different…

Uber has won a legal bid to restore its London operating licence which was taken away over safety concerns after a judge ruled on Monday that the company was a fit and proper operator in spite of “historical failings”.…

Uber China was forced to sell most of its stock in China to Didi in 2016 after trying to break into the Chinese market without success in 2014.

Ride-hailing companies in Lagos state will start paying a levy of N20 known as road improvement fund on each trip their drivers make in a day from August 27.The agreement was reached on Friday August 14, after a three-hour…

The Lagos State government on Friday reversed the plan to impose 10 percent service charge on every trip made through e-hailing platforms like Uber and Bolt. SEE ALSO: EU Commission fines Spanish Hotel Group Millions for Price Tricks The…

Users of ride-hailing services such as Uber and Bolt will soon have to pay higher due to a new regulation being introduced by the Lagos State Government.This comes barely weeks after the Babajide Sanwo-Olu administration…

...Partnership aims to make owning cars cheaper for drivers in Africa.Uber has today announced a partnership with Moove, sub-Saharan Africa’s first flexible car ownership company, to provide potential and current Uber drivers in…

With a significant number of businesses opting for contactless operations across Nigeria in response to the COVID-19 crisis, Uber is introducing Uber Cash to further promote cashless transactions across all Uber’s products. Uber Cash is…

As cities begin to reopen and people start moving again, Uber is proceeding with caution and safety top of mind. While exercising social distancing is a must, we will all have a role to play to help each other stay healthy when traveling.…

As we near the end of Mercury in Retrograde, which astrologists believe influences forgetfulness, we’re taking a look at what riders are leaving behind - and reminding locals how to reunite with their favourite lost items.The annual…

Uber has introduced a new safety feature in its services, which is the new pin code verification for all its users. This was disclosed in a press release made available to the Herald on Tuesday, February 20, 2020, in which it disclosed…

The Police on Monday arraigned a 28-year-old man,  Kabiru Abdullahi before a Wuse Zone 6 Chief Magistrates’ Court, Abuja for allegedly snatching an Uber driver’s mobile phone. SEE ALSO: DAAR Awards names Fidelity Bank entrepreneurship bank…

Fresh reports have emerged stating that social ride apps Uber and Bolt (formerly Taxify) have increased their fares following the ban on motorcycles popularly called Okada and tricycles in Lagos state.Uber and Bolt have wasted no time…

Uber had a tough 2019 with its license being revoked in London, Columbia and a few other Cities. The company is looking to start the year 2020 on a more proactive note.The American company announced today that it has begun to roll out…

Uber has come under a lot of fire recently from several countries and cities, London, Columbia, Germany to site a few examples. The company announced that founder and former CEO has left the board of directors and will be made official on…

Uber's ride-hailing services have taken a step further by launching "Uber boat" in Lagos after its announcement in October.Uber boat has started running for commuters in Lagos State. Instead of charging the regular N1000, Uber would…

London’s transport authority on Monday refused to renew an operating licence for Uber due to safety and security issues.“Transport for London (TFL)  has concluded that it will not grant Uber London Limited (Uber) a new private hire…

Fresh reports have emerged on how Nigerian ladies allegedly offer to have sexual intercourse with drivers in exchange for free Uber and Taxify rides. Nigerians have termed it "Clitocurrency."According to Twitter user with username …

If you're an entrepreneur who's currently in Nigeria, you might be wondering what options are available to you. Thankfully, Nigeria is one of the best countries in Africa to be an entrepreneur, and there are loads of ways you could make it…

Uber Technologies Incorporated on Friday announced the launch of their UberBOAT service in Lagos State. The new venture will be run in partnership with local boat operator Texas Connection Ferries and the Lagos State Waterways Authority…

An Uber driver, Richmond Temple, who was allegedly in possession of N12 million worth of church equipment, on Thursday appeared before an Igbosere Magistrates’ Court in Lagos State.Temple, 33, is standing trial on a four-count charge…

Uber drivers across the United States will switch off their apps and go on a two-hour strike on Wednesday.Tensions are high among drivers as the U.S.-based transport networking service is poised to make its debut on the New York Stock…