Lagos talks 913

GUEST: ED Mildred Ekanem & LaGRIDE Team

TOPIC: LaGRIDE: The Future of Smart Mobility, E-Hailing and Transportation in Lagos

On this edition of Early Edition, Oluwakayode sits down with ED Mildred Ekanem and the LaGRIDE team for an in-depth conversation about Lagos' state-backed smart mobility and e-hailing platform.

The discussion explores how LaGRIDE is using technology to transform transportation in Lagos, from digital booking and cashless payments to professionally trained and verified captains, ride-sharing, and its growing lease-to-own opportunities for drivers.

The conversation also looks at LaGRIDE 2.0 and its electric vehicle revolution, including the platform's growing EV fleet, charging infrastructure, and the push towards cleaner and more sustainable transportation across Lagos.

From passenger experience and safety to driver opportunities, vehicle ownership, affordability, and the future of mobility in one of Africa's fastest-growing cities, this episode examines where LaGRIDE is today and where it is headed next.

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