Startup Spotlight: Shuttlers - Transform your daily commute

Having experienced the challenging life of Lagos transportation firsthand and deeply affected by her sister's encounter with armed men disguised as public bus drivers, Damilola Olokesusi, co-founded Shuttlers, an innovative way to move with ease in the city.

Scaling Safe & Affordable Transportation

Do you want to spend your commuting time productively rather than driving yourself through traffic, standing in queues or sitting in a very uncomfortable bus? Shuttlers provides safe and affordable tech-enabled mass transit solutions to individuals and organizations.

The startup raised a US $1.6 million seed round in November 2021 and has now followed that up with a US $4 million Series A led by Verod-Kepple Africa Ventures (VKAV), a Pan-African-focused venture capital firm. It also includes follow-on investments from VestedWorld, SheEquity, CMC 21 & Alsa, and EchoVC.

How it Works

Shuttlers offers buses that are equipped with full air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi.

• Individuals have the option to utilize the Shuttlers app for booking, payment processing, and tracking bus location updates for preferred routes.

• Companies can get cost-effective and efficient employee transportation solutions with Shuttlers.

• Shuttlers partners with event organizers to serve as their mobility partner to convey attendees

• From a coaster bus to a mini-van, Shuttlers' enhanced hire a vehicle feature enables individuals to easily and confidently secure the ideal ride for their transportation needs.

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From a harrowing experience to a game-changing startup, Shuttlers embodies the spirit of innovation that thrives in Lagos.