Uber Technologies has reaffirmed its willingness to engage in dialogue with drivers following a strike by app-based transport operators that has disrupted ride-hailing services in Lagos.
The protest, which began on Monday and continued through Tuesday into Wednesday, has impacted major platforms including Uber, Bolt, and inDrive.
DAILY POST observed that drivers withdrew their services by logging off the apps in protest against rising operational costs, low fares, and what they described as challenging working conditions.
Representatives of the drivers have called for fare adjustments, lower commission rates, and stronger protections for operators.
The ongoing strike has significantly reduced the availability of rides across Nigeria’s busiest city, leaving commuters to grapple with limited transport options.
In a statement obtained by DAILY POST on Wednesday, Uber stressed the importance of maintaining open communication with drivers.
“Drivers are at the heart of our business, and we remain committed to engaging constructively with them through regular roundtable discussions,” the company said.
Uber further noted that its platform is designed to serve both drivers and riders, adding that achieving a balance between the interests of both groups remains central to its operations.
“Uber operates an incredibly large and dynamic marketplace, but it only works when it works for all users, riders and drivers. Aligning our joint interests is a fundamental principle in how we run our platform,” the company added.
Uber seeks dialogue as drivers’ strike disrupts services in Lagos
