Bolt Extends Ride-hailing Operations to Abeokuta, Enugu

Bolt (formally known as Taxify) has announced its latest entry into two other Nigerian states-Abeokuta and Enugu– as part of its expansion.

The ride-hailing company made the announcement via its official Twitter handle.

This launch will drive Bolt’s operating cities to 11, adding Enugu and Abeokuta to Lagos, Owerri, Ibadan, Kano, Uyo, Abuja, Calabar, Port Harcourt, and Benin.

“Demand for ride-hailing services is growing across Nigeria as public transport is still unreliable and the costs of car ownership soar. Ride-hailing services like Bolt make it possible for more people to enjoy the convenience and safety of getting from one place to another, without the costs of car ownership or the inconvenience of public transport,” said Uche Okafor, Bolt’s regional manager for West Africa.

“The ride-hailing sector has stimulated unprecedented innovation, growth and job creation in a new industry that is just four years old in Nigeria. Bolt is committed to the Nigerian market, and we intend to grow our footprint to more towns and cities across the country, making it possible for more people to benefit from ride-hailing services, whether they are riders seeking cost-effective convenience, or drivers seeking business opportunities,” Okafor said.