Nigerian shared mobility platform Shuttlers has surpassed 10 million completed journeys and has become the first private shared transport operator in Nigeria to integrate with Google Maps Transit system.
The integration allows commuters searching for public transport directions on Google Maps in Nigeria to discover Shuttlers’ routes and book seats directly within the platform.
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Shuttlers operates a structured shared commuting network designed for professionals and businesses navigating high-density urban centres such as Lagos, Abuja and Port Harcourt. The company currently serves around 30,000 active users and runs more than 430 buses daily across over 1,000 itineraries.
According to the company, the platform maintains a 99% trip completion rate, positioning it as one of the more reliable alternatives to fragmented public transport systems and ride-hailing services in the region.
The Google Transit integration was enabled after Shuttlers aligned its routing and data systems with Google’s partner requirements. This will allow its services to be surfaced directly within navigation searches.
Speaking on the development, Shuttlers CEO and Co-founder Damilola Olokesusi said, “We are incredibly proud of our integration into the Google Maps Transit system. This, alongside hitting 10 million journeys since launch, is a reflection of years of hard work. For millions of professionals, commuting is still unpredictable, exhausting and expensive. We have spent the last 10 years building technology and operational infrastructure that makes daily transportation more dependable – for commuters, businesses that employ them, and the fleet operators who power our network.”
Google’s West Africa Director, Olumide Balogun, added, “We are pleased to welcome Shuttlers into the Google Transit ecosystem in Nigeria. Reliable transit information helps people navigate cities more confidently and efficiently. As more Nigerians adopt digital tools for everyday mobility, integrations like these help make trusted transportation easier to discover and access.”
Beyond scale and platform integration, Shuttlers is also expanding its sustainability efforts, introducing Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and electric buses aimed at reducing emissions by up to 60% compared to diesel alternatives.
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