Uber to the Rescue! Introduces affordable Uber Boats to ease traffic in Lagos

It is no longer news that the most populous city in Africa has been hit consistently with traffic challenges no thanks to the Rainy Season and the bad roads. Well we have a company who has come to the rescue.Uber technology Inc has recently launched a pilot phase of its boat business in Lagos.It is currently partnering with Texas Connection ferries USA and Lagos State Water ways Authority.This is basically a welcome development to ease the sufferings of people living in Nigeria’s Commercial Capital City.Uber having successfully run their taxi business in Nigeria with high and major presence in Lagos, have actually seen that the Lagos water ways are untapped and there is need to explore that area.Uber started talks with the Lagos State government since June and is currently launching its pilot schemeLagos state, has one of the most car densities in the world.The state has a population of about 22 million and an average of about 200 cars per kilometers,contributing to high traffic congestionThe Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu said in the launch of the Uber Boat Business that 20%-30% of commuters in Lagos will travel by water within 2years.Uber Boat is set to run on an affordable platform as with what is known for.The charge is N500 per trip. Other boat companies charge N1000.Uber Boat will run on weekdays from 8am to 5pm.Uber Boats is set to ease traffic congestion in African”s most populous city.it is a viable alternative to ease pressure on the roads