Uber Introduces Uber Cash In Nigeria

Adebayo Obajemu

Uber has introduced Uber Cash.This payment platform forms an app-specific account that can be preloaded with any amount, to be used on upcoming trips.

Uber says riders on its platform can now pay ahead for their trips using Uber Cash, as they access a stress-free way to travel.

The Uber innovation is designed to promote cashless transactions across all Uber’s products.

Details of the new arrangement were contained in a press release by the ride-hailing company in its effort to spearhead a convenient way of making payment on such platforms.

This new platform is facilitated by Flutterwave, an online payment solution, Uber Cash is set up to ensure easy and reliable digital payment option that will help ensure less physical contact between rider and driver in this era of COVID-19 pandemic.

“Uber Cash is another way to create a seamless experience for all our users. This new option introduces a method of payment that is easily controllable, convenient and reliable,” says Alon Lits, Director of Uber in Sub-Saharan Africa.

According to Uber, existing payment options will still be available including cash (for rides only), debit card and gift cards, this new feature offers a seamless way to make and further control payment on Uber.

“Top-ups are available and work similarly to that of an airtime increases. Riders are able to top-up their balance via a debit/ credit card (Verve), USSD, a bank transfer or Barter for payment of use. There is no need to use a physical card or cash,” the statement said