Lagride to Launch Omni Mini Bus: A Spacious Solution for Families, School Runs, and Group Travel
Lagride, Lagos’s government-supported e-taxi service, has announced a significant expansion of its ride options within the app, alongside preparations for the launch of its new Omni mini bus category. This move aims to cater to families, groups, and everyday commuters, aligning with Lagride’s goal of creating Nigeria’s most comprehensive mobility platform that offers choices for every need, budget, and Lagosian.
New Choices in the App
Starting today, riders will see three clearly defined options in the Lagride app:
– Lagride EVs: Environmentally friendly electric vehicles designed for cleaner, quieter, and more cost-effective trips. They represent Lagos’ sustainable transport future.
– Lagride Pro: High-quality cars operated by professionally trained Captains who have completed advanced service, safety, and hospitality training at the Lagride Academy. Pro sets the standard for safety and comfort.
– Lagride Legacy: Verified, owner-driven vehicles from 2022 onward, providing affordable and reliable daily rides for Lagosians seeking trusted value.
This multi-tiered approach allows riders to select the ideal vehicle for any occasion—whether eco-conscious trips, premium experiences, or everyday mobility.
Introducing Omni: More Space, More Value
The upcoming Lagride Omni mini bus will be the platform’s fourth option. Designed to seat six passengers plus luggage, Omni is tailored for families, school runs, office commutes, weekend outings, and social gatherings.
Omni aims to solve key challenges in Lagos urban mobility:
– Party Ride: A single vehicle fitting all friends, offering a more enjoyable atmosphere at a lower per-person cost than multiple cars.
– Last-Mile Commute: Sharing rides among 3–4 colleagues from bus stops to offices, saving time and reducing traffic congestion.
– School Runs: Parents can book daily, fixed trips for children with real-time tracking and certified Captains, ensuring safety and reliability.
Combining space, safety, affordability, and dignity, Omni promises to be a game-changing option for groups of three or more.
Supporting Lagos During the Rains
In response to heavy rains and flooding disrupting city movement, Lagride is offering a 40% discount promotion from September 24 to October 13, 2025. Riders can verify eligibility through the Coupons section in the app, reflecting Lagride’s commitment to easing mobility challenges during adverse weather conditions.
Voices from Lagride
Chief Diana Chen, Chairman, CIG Group and Lagride, said:
“Mobility is at the heart of Lagos life, and it is at the heart of society. When people move safely, affordably and with dignity, families flourish, businesses thrive, and communities feel stronger. Lagride is not just a transport platform, it is a social contract to move Lagos better.
By expanding choices in the app today, we are giving Lagosians more power to decide how they travel. With Omni launching soon, we are addressing group needs in ways no platform has done before. And by offering a 40% discount during the rains, we are showing empathy and responsibility at a time when the city needs it most.”
Jubril Arogundade, Acting MD, Lagride, added: “Choice matters. Lagos is a city of different needs and different rhythms. That is why Lagride now offers EVs for cleaner trips, Pro for premium experiences, and Legacy for everyday mobility. Omni will soon join as the perfect option for families, colleagues and groups of friends.
Every step we take is designed to support the governor’s mobility agenda, to empower drivers with world-class training, and to make riders proud of the service they choose. This is how we are building Nigeria’s most comprehensive e-taxi platform.”
Empowering Drivers and Building Opportunities
Lagride prioritizes driver empowerment, with all Pro and EV drivers undergoing rigorous training at the Lagride Academy, in partnership with the Nigerian Police, FRSC, LASTMA, and other regulatory bodies. The Academy also offers hospitality modules to ensure service standards meet international benchmarks, equipping drivers with transferable skills.
Furthermore, Lagride is actively recruiting 10,000 new drivers and partners through its Drive-to-Own and Drive-to-Earn schemes, providing Lagosians with opportunities to build sustainable livelihoods.
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