E-hailing platform, Uber Nigeria has announced an increase in fares to help drivers cover the recent increase in fuel costs and inflation rate.
Tope Akinwumi, Country Manager for Uber in Nigeria says the fare adjustment is designed to help drivers cover rising operating costs and is part of the ongoing efforts to support their driver community.
The company says that it is constantly monitoring local dynamics to see what changes can be implemented and when.
Uber says that its service fee ensures the running of the Uber App and helps it maintain and make continuous investments to enhance its technology designed to meet the needs of riders and drivers.