Nigerian Entrepreneur Launches M-Ride: A Locally-Built Ride-Hailing Platform
Frustration can be a powerful motivator. For Nigerian entrepreneur Gregory Muna Peter Onojasike, a common travel inconvenience during a vacation sparked the idea for a game-changing tech startup. While in Cape Town, South Africa, Onojasike repeatedly struggled to secure a ride through a popular ride-hailing app. The constant “driver busy” messages ignited his entrepreneurial spirit, ultimately leading to the creation of M-Ride, a new ride-hailing platform designed specifically for the Nigerian market.
From Nautical Science to Tech Innovation: The M-Ride Story
Onojasike’s journey to the tech industry is an interesting one. His educational background in Nautical Science and Seamanship at an unspecified institution is a stark contrast to his current role as CEO and Director of Operations at M-Ride. This unusual path highlights the diverse skill sets found within the African tech scene. The core motivation behind M-Ride stemmed from Onojasike’s personal experience with the limitations of existing ride-hailing services. The frequent unavailability of drivers on platforms like Bolt prompted him to believe he could provide a better, more reliable solution for both drivers and riders in Nigeria. M-Ride aims to be an affordable, dependable, and locally-developed option, offering a competitive alternative to established international players.
M-Ride represents a significant venture in the rapidly evolving Nigerian tech ecosystem. It’s a testament to the ingenuity of African entrepreneurs and their ability to identify and address local challenges with innovative solutions.
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