Uber Claims Nigerian Drivers Earned ₦6.1 Billion Extra in 2023
Uber’s recent economic impact report celebrating its 10th year in Nigeria highlights significant earnings for its drivers. The report, however, arrives amidst ongoing concerns from drivers regarding compensation and working conditions. The ride-hailing giant launched in Lagos in 2014 and has since expanded its services to nine additional cities across Nigeria.
Economic Impact and Driver Concerns
According to the report, commissioned by Uber and prepared by Public First, a UK-based consultancy, Nigerian drivers using the Uber platform collectively earned an estimated ₦6.1 billion ($9.6 million) more in 2023 than they potentially would have through alternative employment. The report also estimates Uber’s overall contribution to Nigeria’s economy at ₦34 billion ($53.6 million), representing approximately 0.01% of the nation’s total economic output. Uber currently operates with eight ride options including UberX, UberGo, Uber Moto and Uber for Business. Despite these figures, many drivers continue to voice concerns about low pay, high commission fees charged by Uber, and the challenges of maintaining profitability in a tough economic climate.
While Uber celebrates a decade of operations and its purported positive economic impact on Nigeria, these claims are juxtaposed with the ongoing struggles reported by its drivers. The disparity between the company’s reported figures and the lived experiences of its drivers underscores the complexities of the gig economy in the African tech landscape.
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