inDrive, the global mobility and delivery services platform, says it is strengthening its position in Nigeria’s ride-hailing market, recording a 96 per cent increase in app installs and emerging as the country’s number-one ride-hailing app by installs.
According to independent third-party data from Sensor Tower, inDrive has continued to expand its active user base as Nigerian consumers increasingly seek mobility options that combine affordability, flexibility and greater control over their journeys.
The platform currently operates in Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, Benin City, Ibadan, Owerri and Enugu.
Daily Trust reports that the surge recorded followed a recent exit by another competitor in the ride-hailing business with Nigerians exploring options.
The inDrive’s services are built around the fair choice model, which allows passengers and drivers to agree directly on fares rather than relying on an algorithm to determine the final price.
Beyond its core ride-hailing service, a statement said inDrive has broadened its offering to meet a wider range of mobility and delivery needs. Its local services include Economy, Courier, Comfort, One Click and TukTuk. Through its Delivery service, the platform also provides businesses and merchants with a flexible solution for transporting packages and goods efficiently.
Commenting on the company’s growth, inDrive Nigeria Country Manager Timothy Oladimeji said the platform’s performance reflects the relevance of a model that gives consumers greater choice while responding to the realities of emerging markets, where affordability remains a key consideration.
‘The growth we have recorded reflects the strength of our model and our deep understanding of the Nigerian market,’ Oladimeji said, adding, ‘While the market continues to evolve, our focus remains on giving passengers greater choice, flexibility and access to affordable, reliable mobility, while creating flexible earning opportunities for drivers.’
He added that inDrive is expanding beyond ride-hailing to build a broader mobility and delivery ecosystem serving passengers, drivers and businesses, with Delivery extending the platform’s reach into the B2B market.
inDrive operates with one of the lowest service fees in the market, while the final ride fare is agreed directly between the driver and passenger. Unlike traditional ride-hailing platforms, the company does not use algorithms to set ride prices, giving both parties the freedom to negotiate a fare that works for them.