Bolt, Nigeria’s leading ride-hailing platform, says it is engaging with driver representatives ahead of a planned 24-hour strike in Lagos on May 1, organized over poor earnings and working conditions.
In a statement on Thursday, Bolt Nigeria’s General Manager, Osi Oguah, acknowledged the drivers’ concerns and affirmed the company’s readiness for “open and constructive dialogue” to address issues around fares, commissions, and welfare.
The strike, called by the Lagos chapter of the Amalgamated Union of App-Based Transporters of Nigeria (AUATON), targets major platforms including Bolt, Uber, and InDrive, accusing them of prioritizing profits over workers’ rights.
AUATON claims its previous attempts at engagement were ignored. Bolt, however, reiterated its commitment to a fair and transparent platform. Uber has yet to respond publicly.
The strike coincides with International Workers’ Day and may disrupt mobility services across Lagos, a key market for Bolt since its Nigerian debut in 2016.
