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.
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