Nollywood star actor, James Ikechukwu Esomugha popularly known as Jim Iyke is the latest investor in Nigeria’s chauffeur service industry, as he is set to launch Mr Taxi.
While announcing the emergence of Mr Taxi, Iyke said in the interim, the new chauffeur service company will mainly cater to the South-East region, and will subsequently be extended to the South-South region of the country.
Iyke said Mr Taxi will be offering luxurious chauffeur service that is cheap and exceedingly convenient services.
The movie star said the company is kicking off its operation with 17 luxurious sedans and over 54 cars registered from other drivers.
The actor shared the news on his Instagram account.
Expected competition between Uber, Taxify and Mr Taxi
Jim Iyke’s introduction of Mr Taxi, may bring stiff competition between the yet-to-be launched taxi company, Uber and Taxify. This is because the trio will be contending for the market share in the country’s chauffeur service industry.
Mr Taxi which is first launching in the South-Eastern part of the country may be a step ahead of its potential competitors, coming at a time there are existing advocates that Nigerians should patronise made-in-Nigeria.
