Drivers who work with the ride-hailing service Bolt are planning to protest in Lagos after the corporate determined to chop fares by 50%.
The Amalgamated Union of App-Primarily based Transporters of Nigeria (AUATON), Lagos State Chapter, has strongly criticized this determination, saying it should make it exhausting for drivers to earn sufficient cash and push many into monetary hassle.
Steven Iwindoye, the Public Relations Officer for AUATON’s Lagos State chapter, spoke out towards Bolt’s determination in an announcement.
He identified that this massive minimize in fares is occurring when drivers are already scuffling with powerful financial situations.
Iwindoye stated that this fare discount is an element of a bigger concern within the ride-hailing business, the place corporations like Uber, Indrive, and Rida have additionally been decreasing costs considerably.
He talked about that these value cuts have pushed many drivers to their limits, main them to unite towards what they see as unfair pricing practices which have been occurring for a very long time.
The union has warned that if Bolt doesn’t change its determination and restore the unique fares, it might result in a significant protest by drivers.
Iwindoye emphasised the significance of all drivers coming collectively, regardless of which union they belong to, to make the protest profitable.
He advised that drivers begin by writing to Bolt to formally complain concerning the 50% fare discount. He believes this may present how sad they’re and assist construct help for the protest.
Regardless of these challenges, Iwindoye is hopeful concerning the drivers coming collectively, placing apart any earlier disagreements, and specializing in this widespread purpose.
He has referred to as on drivers who’ve been reluctant to take robust actions prior to now to comprehend the significance of this second and get entangled.
The union continues to be planning the small print of the protest, and the date has not been set but. Nonetheless, there may be hope that the unity proven by drivers within the subsequent few days will result in optimistic modifications for the ride-hailing business in Lagos and throughout Nigeria.
