By Dickson Omobola

Following Uber’s exit from the Nigerian market, Bolt has recorded a 92 per cent week-on-week increase in driver registrations following Uber’s exit from the Nigerian market, as drivers seek alternative platforms to continue earning.

The increase highlights growing interest in Bolt from drivers looking for a reliable and established platform, with Bolt having operated in Nigeria since 2016 and built a broad network of driver partners and riders across the country.

However, while the platform has seen a significant influx of drivers, Bolt says it is not compromising its onboarding, safety and conduct standards to accommodate the increased interest.

Drivers who had previously been suspended or blocked from the platform for serious safety violations, misconduct or other breaches of Bolt’s standards have not been automatically reinstated despite the increased demand for drivers.

Speaking on the development, Senior General Manager, Bolt West Africa, Teddy Appa-Dankyi, said: “We are encouraged by the strong increase in interest from drivers looking to join Bolt. It demonstrates the confidence drivers have in our platform and the opportunities we provide. However, growth cannot come at the expense of safety.

“Every driver who joins Bolt must meet our onboarding and safety requirements, and those standards remain unchanged. We have also maintained our position on drivers who were previously blocked or suspended for serious violations or unacceptable behaviour. We will not compromise those standards simply because there is an influx of drivers looking for opportunities. The market may be changing, but our commitment to safety and quality remains constant.”

The development comes as Nigeria’s ride-hailing market adjusts to the exit of Uber, with drivers and riders seeking continuity and reliable alternatives.