Taxi hailing app Uber today announced plans to introduce mobile verification in Lagos. In a newsletter sent to its users, the company said the move is in line with its aim of providing the safest and most reliable ride in Lagos for riders and drivers.
“Starting the 12th of October, new riders signing up to Uber will require a 4-digit verification code, sent via SMS, to the mobile number on a rider profile,” Uber said.
According to the company, the number sent will need to be entered into the app and once this is done, the account will be all set and the user is ready to ride in style.
The verification is not just for new users as existing riders will also need to verify their number if they change the mobile number on their profile.
“If you have friends, family, colleagues who are signing up, share this information with them so that setting up an Uber account can be a seamless process for them,” said Uber
