InDrive pushes for driver safety at Lagos summit
InDrive has launched a bank transfer option in Nigeria. The global mobility and urban services platform held its second Safety Education Summit in Lagos, bringing together regulators, government entities, and industry leaders to discuss how technology and cooperation can enhance the safety of urban mobility.The summit encouraged productive conversations on how to utilize digital innovations, share data, and establish multi-stakeholder partnerships to strengthen protections for both drivers and passengers across the country.
Timothy Oladimeji, a representative from the company, stated that inDrive prioritizes safety by incorporating protective features within its platform and advancing user education programs.
“We view safety as a collective responsibility, but as a company, we have prioritized it above all,” Oladimeji remarked.
He also mentioned, “Our ‘Pick a Driver’ feature enables users to select their preferred driver based on ratings, vehicle details, and distance, which provides them with more control and reassurance.”
Oladimeji pointed out that while technology is crucial for safety, raising user awareness about these tools and ongoing cooperation with regulators is essential for upholding high safety standards.
Adebayo Olusoji, the Director in Charge of Public Transport and Computer Services, who represented the Commissioner for Transportation in Lagos State, emphasized the necessity of regulatory alignment to create a safer and more unified transport system.
“inDrive’s initiative to empower users—such as giving them the ability to share trip information and access driver details—is praiseworthy,” Olusoji stated.
“At the Lagos State Ministry of Transportation, we are utilizing technology to enhance transport safety, and we believe that stronger inter-agency coordination and standardized regulations are crucial for progress.”
MaryAnne Momoh-Ige, the Government Relations Specialist at InDrive, highlighted the significance of systematic data integration between the private and public sectors to boost accountability.
She praised Lagos State for leading the way in API integration, which has facilitated improved data exchange between the government and ride-hailing platforms—a model that is now being looked into by other states in Nigeria.
“Countries like Kenya already mandate companies to submit information regarding banned or suspended drivers,” Momoh-Ige pointed out. “We believe Nigeria has the potential to create a comprehensive framework for data sharing to ensure that only verified and compliant drivers operate on platforms.”
InDrive reiterated its dedication to building a platform that balances safety, affordability, and accessibility, encouraging industry participants and government bodies to collaborate in shaping a safer future for urban transportation in Nigeria.
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