Barring last-minute changes, global ride sharing giant, Uber, will launch operations in Benin City in July, further swelling the ranks of global ride sharing companies operating in the city.This comes after weeks of engagements between government and Uber officials and finalising modalities for the smooth takeoff of the service in Benin city.


The Edo State Skills Development Agency (EdoJobs) is already leading the charge with the recruitment of riders on the platform.Senior Special Assistant to the State Governor on Skills Development and Jobs Creation and Head, EdoJobs, Mrs. Ukinebo Dare, said that the launch would take place at the Edo Innovation Hub, and Governor Godwin Obaseki is expected to grace the occasion.

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