ProTaxi, a Nigerian-owned technology-driven e-hailing platform, is set to launch on October 1, 2026, at the Rainbow Event Center in Garki, Abuja. The launch coincides with Nigeria's Independence Day celebration, marking a significant milestone for the company. ProTaxi aims to introduce a new level of safety, reliability, comfort, affordability, and technology-driven mobility to the Abuja transportation market. The platform is powered by PromiseLand, a company committed to developing innovative solutions for everyday challenges.
According to Ambassador Dr. Lawrence Oloche Emmanuel, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of PromiseLand, the choice of October 1 reflects the company's belief in Nigerian enterprise and innovation. He stated that ProTaxi goes beyond introducing another ride-hailing service, as it combines transportation with economic empowerment and a gradual transition towards cleaner, rechargeable-energy mobility. This approach is expected to have a positive impact on the environment and the economy.
ProTaxi has announced plans to empower 1,000 drivers, which is expected to positively impact about 1,000 households through employment and income-generating opportunities. The platform will provide commuters with convenient ride booking, real-time trip tracking, multiple payment options, and other safety and user-focused features. This is expected to revolutionize the way people move around Abuja, making transportation more efficient and reliable.
Ambassador Emmanuel emphasized that the company is particularly interested in developing a transportation model that can help drivers manage operating costs while providing passengers with dependable and affordable mobility. The official launch at Rainbow Event Center, Garki, Abuja, is expected to bring together stakeholders, prospective drivers, partners, guests, and members of the public as PromiseLand formally unveils the ProTaxi brand and outlines its plans for the Nigerian mobility market.
Beginning with Abuja, PromiseLand plans to progressively expand ProTaxi's operations to other parts of Nigeria, while promoting indigenous technology, job creation, and cleaner transportation. The company is committed to making a positive impact on the environment and the economy through its innovative approach to transportation. With preparations concluded, October 1 will mark the official beginning of ProTaxi's journey, fittingly on the day Nigeria celebrates its independence.
ProTaxi's launch is expected to be a significant event in the Nigerian transportation sector, with many stakeholders and members of the public eagerly anticipating the unveiling of the platform. The company's commitment to safety, reliability, comfort, and affordability is expected to raise the bar for e-hailing services in Nigeria. With its innovative approach and focus on economic empowerment, ProTaxi is poised to make a lasting impact on the Nigerian mobility market.
ProTaxi can be contacted at 31, Akiru Close, Phillip Benson Close, Abuja, Nigeria, or through telephone numbers +234 806 673 6142 and +234 907 761 4382. The company's email address is [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]), and its website is https://protaxi.app. With its launch just around the corner, ProTaxi is set to revolutionize the way people move around Abuja and beyond.
Key points
- ProTaxi to launch on October 1, 2026, at Rainbow Event Center, Abuja.
- The platform aims to combine transportation with economic empowerment and a gradual transition towards cleaner, rechargeable-energy mobility.
- ProTaxi plans to empower 1,000 drivers and positively impact about 1,000 households through employment and income-generating opportunities.
