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- 16 Oct 2017
Nigerian-Canadian, Lola Kassim Appointed New GM for Uber West Africa
By peter oluka Uber, Monday, announced, the appointment of Lola Kassim, a Nigerian-Canadian, as its new general manager for West Africa. Most recently, Lola worked as a Management Consultant with…
- 10 Mar 2016
Uber Begins Africa Expansion Plan
Uber's African expansion will focus on convincing traditional taxi drivers to work for it, says Alon Lits, GM for Sub-Saharan Africa. US-based Uber plans to expand in Tanzania, Uganda and Ghana this…
- 4 Dec 2017
Uber Recommits to Creating Economic Opportunities for Nigerians Via Technology
By peter oluka Uber has reiterated that continually creating economic opportunities for driver-partners through technology remains one of its key priorities for West Africa for the rest of 2017, and…
- 1 Dec 2017
We’re Committed to Creating Economic Opportunities for Nigerians Through Technology-Kassim
By peter oluka Uber has reiterated that continually creating economic opportunities for driver-partners through technology remains one of its key priorities for West Africa for the rest of 2017, and…
- 11 Feb 2019
Driver-partners win big as Uber Launches New Greenlight Hub in Abuja
Uber on Monday announced the official opening of its Greenlight Hub in Abuja as part of its continued commitment to driver-partners program. Strategically located at the upscale Jabi Lake Mall…
- 26 Oct 2018
Uber Partners with LSETF, Provides Support to Start-Ups
Uber on Friday announced its strategic partnership with the Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (LSETF) aimed at creating business and economic opportunities for individuals and providing support for…
- 7 Jul 2017
Security: Uber Updates Community Guidelines for Riders, Driver Partners
Uber, Friday, announced the release of their updated Community guidelines in West Africa - which includes Nigeria and Ghana. The guidelines aim to provide guidance on how drivers and riders should…
- 19 Mar 2019
Uber Unveils Uber Lite, Light, Simple & Reliable APP
Uber has announced the launch of Uber Lite, a redesigned app that will use less storage space and quicker in connectivity when booking rides, which is now available to all android devices. …
- 27 Jun 2019
Uber Targets Expansion into Boat Service in Lagos
Global ride-hailing firm Uber Technologies Inc is in talks with regulators over plans to expand into two West African countries and provide a boat service in Lagos, a company executive said on…
- 16 Sept 2016
CyberXchange Confab ’16 Rings Collabo to Strengthen W/Africa’s Cyber Security
The number one topic for CEOs this year is cyber security and keeping company as well as client ecosystems safe. Security issues are even more pronounced with the slump in oil prices causing economic…
- 1 Feb 2022
Moove Secures US$ 10 million Funding from NBK Capital Partners Mezzanine Fund
NBK Capital Partners Mezzanine Fund II (the “Fund”) announced today that it closed a US$ 10 million financing facility with Uber’s exclusive vehicle supply partner in Africa, the mobility fintech…
- 7 Nov 2016
CyberXchange: Experts Advice Organisations, Govts to Protect ‘CommInfrastructures’
In a bid to further the drive for improved cyber security in Nigeria, experts at CyberXchange Conference, West Africa’s premier information security conference have emphasised on need for…
- 22 Jun 2016
MainOne Offers FirstBank Tech Startup Conference Connectivity
MainOne, West Africa’s leading connectivity and data center Solutions Company, has been named the exclusive interconnectivity provider of the Tech Startup Conference hosted by First Bank of Nigeria.…
- 1 Mar 2019
Uber Updates Injury Protection Cover for Driver-Partners in Nigeria @ No Additional Cost
Uber on Friday announced that it has extended its Partner Injury Protection cover for driver-partners to include a daily payment benefit. Since 2017, Uber driver-partners and riders across…
- 3 Nov 2021
Moove Partners Lori Systems to Deliver Affordable Vehicle Financing Across Africa
Moove, an African mobility fintech, has signed an exclusive partnership with Lori Systems, the e-logistics company in Africa. The partnership marks Moove’s first foray into the logistics industry,…
- 30 Oct 2017
Uber Deploys New Solution To Further Address Driver-Partners Needs
By peter oluka Uber, has disclosed a powerful set of new features on the app that will make it even easier for driver-partners across Nigeria to choose when, where, and how they drive.…
- 12 Dec 2016
Uber Urges Lagos Govt. to Address Taxis, Hire Service Classifications
Uber, a U.S. online transportation company with office in Lagos and Abuja (Nigeria) has called on Lagos State Government to clarify on classification of vehicles under Taxis. Ebi Atawodi, general…
- 6 Nov 2017
Uber Launches ‘Paid Wait Time’ Feature For Driver-Partners
By peter oluka Monday, Uber announced ‘Paid Wait Time’, another impactful feature to its App, to make the Uber experience more productive (and less stressful) for driver-partners and their riders.…
- 5 Mar 2021
FinTech Revolution in Africa: Appzone Expands Executive Leadership Team
The Board of Directors of Appzone Group, sub-Saharan Africa’s leading FinTech company, has announced the appointment of Efosa Aiyevbomwan and Omonuwa Olulano as Group Chief Marketing Officer and…
- 11 Oct 2019
Uber Launches Boat Service in Lagos
Global ride-hailing firm Uber Technologies Inc on Friday launched a pilot test of a boat service in Nigeria’s commercial capital Lagos to attract commuters seeking to avoid the megacity’s notoriously…
- 29 May 2025
Experts @ ABoICT 2025 Warn of Digital Disaster Risks in Nigeria Without AI Governance
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to transform the global digital landscape, two prominent technology leaders have issued urgent warnings and strategic calls for Nigeria and Africa to adopt a…
- 31 Jan 2017
Uber, AXA Mansard Provide Nigerians with Cover While on the Road
Uber prioritises safety for both riders and driver-partners and while insurance has always been a critical part of Uber’s safety programme, Uber has amplified the offering with a new coverage…
- 24 Jul 2015
World Technology Leaders in Lagos for Tech+ 2015
Nigeria’s commercial capital, Lagos, will this weekend play host to renowned names and brands in the Technology ecosystem when the pioneering edition of TECH+ Conference and Exhibitions gets underway…
- 10 Sept 2017
Nigeria Com’17 to Discuss ‘Strengthening Networks & ICT of Digital Nigeria’
NigeriaCom, a leading trade fair & conference dedicated to Africa's largest telecoms market, comes back September 20th-21st 2017 at the Eko Meridien Hotel Expo Centre, Lagos. With over nine hours…
- 3 Nov 2021
Moove Partners Lori Systems to Propel Financing for African Trucking, Logistics
Moove, an African mobility fintech, has signed an exclusive partnership with Lori Systems, the leading e-logistics company in Africa. The partnership marks Moove’s first foray into the logistics…
- 2 Apr 2019
Kwesé iflix Rewards Loyal Customers with the Easter Egg Hunt
Leading up to the Easter celebrations, Kwesé iflix has introduced an Easter Egg Hunt to reward loyal users of the mobile television app. The promo launched on Tuesday 26 March and will end on…
- 25 Feb 2026
Flutterwave Rises from Lagos Startup to Africa’s Fintech Powerhouse
Flutterwave has transformed from a modest Lagos venture into one of Africa's most valuable fintech firms, processing billions in transactions yearly across 30+ countries and 150+ currencies.…
- 27 Jul 2017
Wari's CEO Joins Dangote, Ovia on US-Africa Business Center Board
Wari, a digital solutions group, has joined the US‑Africa Business Center (USABC) initiated by the US Chamber Of Commerce. Kabirou Mbodje, Wari's CEO and founder, will also sit on the Center's Board…
- 26 Oct 2022
Banker, Regulator Agree Chat Commerce can Radically Shift Financial Inclusion in Nigeria
Clickatell, the Chat Commerce and business messaging leader, discussed with attendees at Clickatell’s Connect Interact and Transact (CIT) annual event earlier this month how they could drive…
- 20 Jan 2016
Visa Partners UBA to Launch SmartMoney
Global electronic payments company Visa, in partnership with United Bank of Africa Plc (UBA) announces the launch of “SmartMoney”, a 21st century banking solution comprising a prepaid card and a…