indrive has revealed that a driver earned N1.2 million per month in the first half of 2025.
As Nigeria adapts to a new national minimum wage and rising inflation, inDrive claims that its top drivers significantly exceed average earnings.
The global ride-hailing platform said in a report that according to an internal analysis of activity in the first half of 2025, “the top 50 drivers on the platform earned an average of N7,685,494.56 over six months, translating to N1,280,915.76 per month.
“Compared to the same period in 2024, this represents a 39.65 percent increase in earnings.”
Oladimeji Timothy, inDrive’s country representative, said, “As inflation continues to rise and job opportunities remain limited, platforms like inDrive offer alternative livelihood means for thousands across the country.”
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According to him, inDrive’s peer-to-peer pricing model and low commission structure are central to this impact, allowing drivers to retain a substantial portion of their earnings while maintaining control over their schedules.
“The flexibility and low commission structure of inDrive empower drivers to keep more of what they earn.
“At a time when many Nigerians are seeking ways to cope with inflation, fuel price hikes, and limited job opportunities, big platforms like inDrive are helping to create sustainable, independent sources of income,” he added.
The report highlighted a shift in driver behaviour, with many top earners prioritising a higher volume of shorter trips to maximise efficiency and daily income.
Longer trips, including intercity and airport routes, remain an important income stream for the ride-hailing platform, especially in tourism hubs and high-traffic corridors.
