The data integration allows public transit users to locate and book
shared commuter routes directly through the Google Maps platform.
Monday, 8th June 2026, Lagos, Nigeria – Shuttlers, the
technology-enabled shared mobility platform, today announced two
operational milestones: its official integration into the Google Maps
Transit system in Nigeria and the completion of its 10 millionth
journey.
This integration enables commuters searching for transit directions on
Google Maps to view Shuttlers’ routes and book seats within the
platform. The partnership expands access to reliable shared transport
for businesses and professionals navigating urban centres.
This milestone reflects the growing need for structured, shared mobility
in urban Africa. Across the continent’s fastest-growing cities, formal
public transport infrastructure faces significant pressure from rapid
population growth, leaving millions of professionals dependent on
fragmented and costly alternatives. According to the World Bank, African
cities lose an estimated 2% to 5% of GDP annually to transport
inefficiency. In Lagos, the average commuter loses more than 30 hours a
month to gridlock.
To qualify as a Google Transit Partner, Shuttlers aligned its data
architecture, route systems, and real-time operational capabilities with
Google’s partner infrastructure requirements.
Speaking on this achievement, CEO and Co-Founder of Shuttlers, Damilola
Olokesusi, shared, “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.”
Olumide Balogun, Director for West Africa at Google, said: “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.”
Shuttlers currently serves 30,000 active users across more than 1,000
itineraries, operating more than 430 buses daily across Lagos, Abuja and
Port Harcourt. Since launching in 2016, the platform has maintained a
99% trip completion rate and a 99.94% incident-free rate across its
entire journey history. The average Shuttlers commuter saves 60% to 88%
on transport costs compared to ride-hailing services, and reclaims 8 to
12 hours from gridlock every month.
With an ongoing commitment to urban climate impact, Shuttlers is
actively integrating Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and electric buses
into its fleet, reducing emissions by up to 60% compared to traditional
diesel alternatives.
As Shuttlers continues to grow its mobility offering, the company
remains focused on building structured mobility solutions that improve
how people move through African cities, creating better outcomes for
commuters, businesses, and transport operators alike.
