Barring last-minute changes, global ride sharing giant, Uber, will launch operations in Benin City in July, further swelling the ranks of global ride sharing companies operating in the city.

This comes after weeks of engagements between government and Uber officials and finalising modalities for the smooth takeoff of the service in Benin city.

The Edo State Skills Development Agency (EdoJobs) is already leading the charge with the recruitment of riders on the platform.

Senior Special Assistant to the State Governor on Skills Development and Jobs Creation and Head, EdoJobs, Mrs. Ukinebo Dare, said that the launch would take place at the Edo Innovation Hub, and Governor Godwin Obaseki is expected to grace the occasion.

According to her, “We are working with Uber to finalise modalities for the takeoff of the service in Benin City. We are excited because this helps in getting people meaningfully engaged. As you know, Uber gives car owners the opportunity to make some money with their cars. But we are keen on the job-creating feature of the service as well.”

She said the launch takes place on July 24, and would host a number of dignitaries within the state and beyond, noting, “We expect to have a full house. Early in the day, we will have a chat with journalists and afterwards, the governor takes the zero ride. That would mark the start of the service in Benin City.”

She added that the state government is collaborating with Uber to also recruit drivers through its expansive database, calling on people interested in the service to sign up to enjoy its immense benefits.

Recall that Taxify launched in the state late last year, and has recorded impressive rating from residents. Uber is expected to deploy its unique selling point to fight for its stake in the market as well.

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First taxify now it's uber? Onitsha and enugu are you saying your mate ehn?

I wonder why they are so interested in Benin even phc don't have any

Are they saying no Uber in Benin city since all this years?

Benin? THAT'S A WELCOMED DEVELPOMENT JARE

I think the Lagos state government needs to introduce a cap on ride sharing cars like uber, Taxify and co, there's just too many cars on the road and the congestion is causing long traffic and pollution. Even worse, half the time these uber drivers are just driving around looking for passengers to pick up.

Igbobyblood:
First taxify now it's uber? Onitsha and enugu are you saying your mate ehn?

I wonder why they are so interested in Benin even phc don't have any

Wetin be onitsha and Enugu for where Benin dey?

helinues:
Are they saying no Uber in Benin state since al this years?

keep quiet, I know you are from northern Nigeria. Tell me anywhere in the north there's uber or even taxify? Don't mention abuja o

They should come to Akure

OK oo I can't wait for it to be introduced in my state...

Igbobyblood:
First taxify now it's uber? Onitsha and enugu are you saying your mate ehn?

I wonder why they are so interested in Benin even phc don't have any

There's a taxi service in Enugu

What about bayelsa?

Donmedra:
keep quiet, I know you are from northern Nigeria. Tell me anywhere in the north there's uber or even taxify? Don't mention abuja o

Lol

Even the guy thinks Benin city is a state.

What took them so long ?

Donmedra:
keep quiet, I know you are from northern Nigeria. Tell me anywhere in the north there's uber or even taxify? Don't mention abuja o

isn't abuja part of the so called north.. Why shouldn't he mention it

Donmedra:
keep quiet, I know you are from northern Nigeria. Tell me anywhere in the north there's uber or even taxify? Don't mention abuja o

Early on Monday morning?

May God forgive you

amiibaby:
isn't abuja part of the so called north.. Why shouldn't he mention it

abuja is the capital of Nigeria.

I think there's only 3 state that now have both uber and taxify which are abuja, Lagos and Edo state.

Abuja is the capital of Nigeria
Lagos is a former capital and still Nigeria commercial capital.

So what's so special about Edo state now? What is obaseki doing right?

It's not like we even have crude oil like the 4 big states(river, delta, akwa ibom and bayelsa)

helinues:
Are they saying no Uber in Benin city since all this years?

I hope you ain’t taking Uber to mean town service (cab service)?

Cos both Taxify (already available) and now Uber are still not available in top naija cities

helinues:


Early on Monday morning?

May God forgive you

answer me Na. You think development is about pushing cows

Igbobyblood:
First taxify now it's uber? Onitsha and enugu are you saying your mate ehn?

I wonder why they are so interested in Benin even phc don't have any

Why not ask why they are not in Osogbo, your state Capital, stop deceiving yourself with Igbobyblood moniker, just to push the thread against Igbo cities, most of you sees gaint Igbo men in your dreams

daroz:

Wetin be onitsha and Enugu for where Benin dey?

Onitsha is the commercial capital of south east while enugu is the regional capital.

So why don't they have it?

Donmedra:
answer me Na. You think development is about pushing cows

Blessed Monday here. Dont add sand to my garri.

Carry your bitterness elsewhere

Donmedra:
abuja is the capital of Nigeria.

I think there's only 3 state that now have both uber and taxify which are abuja, Lagos and Edo state.

Abuja is the capital of Nigeria
Lagos is a former capital and still Nigeria commercial capital.

So what's so special about Edo state now? What is obaseki doing right?

It's not like we even have crude oil like the 4 big states(river, delta, akwa ibom and bayelsa)

There's Taxify in Ibadan.

I think they look at areas with a high population of Internet-savvy youths and young adults. These demographics largely aren't mobile but have disposable income to pay for these rides.

Just passing

Uber is welcome to benin city but you guys should be careful Benin boys nor they smile o

Igbobyblood:

Onitsha is the commercial capital of south east while enugu is the regional capital.

So why don't they have it?

They would have ...In 3074

It is not about economic or regional capital. E hailing apps work with distance and time. How many people in Enugu can pay 2,500 every day for taxify trips? Where in Enugu can they go sef?

Igbobyblood:


Onitsha is the commercial capital of south east while enugu is the regional capital.

So why don't they have it?

Osogbo nko? Among all the cities in Nigeria Enugu and Onitsha are your major problem, is Benin better than PH, Asaba uber doesn't operate

simple250:
Uber is welcome to benin city but you guys should be careful Benin boys nor they smile o

False alarmist, stop crying more than the bereaved. Uber is a word class cab service that won’t go and plant a business in city they have not done their feasibility studies. Risks, weakness, strength and all.

Benin city like efiizy too much!

Anambralstson:

Osogbo nko? Among all the cities in Nigeria Enugu and Onitsha are your major problem, is Benin better than PH, Asaba uber doesn't operate

There's taxify in Ibadan.
Why is there none in Anambra?

Benin is sure better than Anambra and Enugu combined.

VillagePipu:


There's taxify in Ibadan.
Why is there none in Anambra?

Benin is sure better than Anambra and Enugu combined.

Don’t think this is the reason. Take for instance Onitsha and Aba the next major largest markets after Lagos which implies more money and booming economy hub, But I still think people -
reception for stuff like this in these areas are still not high enough. In fact, it will be easier for a small city like Owerri or Enugu to have such services first before Onitsha and Aba because they are more receptive for stuff as Taxify and Uber than a very conservative Aba man.