Ride-hailing services emerged as the backbone of mobility, helping millions of residents and visitors navigate the season’s relentless traffic, late-night outings and spontaneous plans, a new report has disclosed.
The annual festive period saw the city buzzing with back-to-back concerts, weddings, beach parties, pop-up events and nightclub sessions that often ran into the early hours.
According to a report by PulseNG, movement across Lagos became just as critical as the events themselves, with ride-hailing platforms proving indispensable in keeping the celebrations flowing smoothly.
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Revellers cited several reasons for relying heavily on services like Bolt and others. Heavy congestion around major venues, hotels, airports and popular nightlife spots made personal driving stressful, while the search for parking often turned into a frustrating ordeal, the report revealed.
Many opted to book rides instead, allowing them to avoid the hassle and focus on enjoying the moment, it added.
Safety was a top concern, particularly during late-night and early-morning trips, the report stated, adding that with roads busier than usual and celebrations involving alcohol, passengers appreciated the reassurance of verified drivers, real-time tracking and in-app emergency support.
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The unpredictable nature of Detty December also played a key role. Plans frequently changed at the last minute, from sudden detours to new party locations or impromptu after-parties and the instant availability of on-demand rides made it easy to adapt without disruption.
From airport arrivals of returning diaspora to final rides home after sunrise, ride-hailing quietly powered the season’s mobility, the report disclosed.
