This compilation and assessment by PositiveNaija provides a guide on reliable and up-to-date Nigerian apps for errands and logistics.
Apps with user ratings less than 3.0 (assessed alongside with user feedback shared on the app store) are not included in this compilation. Apps that have not been updated for a long time are also not included. In instances where user ratings and feedback are unavailable on the app store, we encourage extra vigilance by (prospective) users.
Nigerian Apps For Errands And Logistics
“Bowmenn Trucking is an app that matches carriers with shippers, Bowmenn puts drivers first by making it easier than ever to find and book loads with Trucks, Pickup Trucks & Cargo Vans. Getting a load is simplified, the price you see is the price the customer paid.”
“Darum is an on-demand dispatch hailing service available in Lagos, Nigeria. With our network of registered courier companies, sending a parcel is now at your fingertips, anytime and to anywhere across the city. All you have to do is open your app and select your pickup and delivery location, and a dispatch rider nearby will help you get it done.”
“Easy Dash is an on-demand, urban last-mile delivery service available in Benin City, Nigeria. Our motorcycle fleet can deliver items up to 25kg quickly, safely, and conveniently.”
“Say goodbye to chores forever! Eden is an app that saves you time, money and energy by automating your home’s chores. Got laundry to do? Put it on Eden. Need your fridge restocked with food? Put it on Eden. Home needs cleaning? Yep – put it on Eden. It is the ultimate life hack. Boost your productivity, reclaim your time and start doing only the things you enjoy!”
“A Made in Africa logistic company, committed to providing seamless and stress free experience for users, drivers and merchant.”
“GIGGO app provides users seamless shipment creation from the comfort of their homes and offices, eliminating the need to endlessly wait at pickup locations for their items to be dispatched. Once a request is made, the app locates a delivery partner nearest to the request and allocates the delivery request for pickup.
GIGGO app allows you to track the delivery partner on his way to pick up your shipment, ship multiple items to the same location and monitor the status of each delivery.”
“Allows drivers to accept trips from customers.”
“Kwik is an on-demand, urban last mile delivery service available in Nigeria. Our kwiksters motorcycle fleet can delivery up to 25Kg in their kwik boxes, making deliveries easier, faster and cheaper for Nigerian business and individuals alike. Special in-depth features dedicated to corporate customers.”
“Ride9ja is a technology company focused on improving the transport system in Africa starting with Nigeria by providing an on-demand taxi and motorcycle service to solve some of the country’s most challenging problems in logistics and transportation through smart mobility.”
“ShapShap is an on-demand online marketplace and a last-mile delivery service. ShapShap caters for your delivery needs and lets you order from your favourite restaurant & stores.”
“truQ’s mission is to make all our customer’s moves happen, connecting them to the closest vehicle anytime and anywhere while also helping thousands of drivers make more money and support their families.”
“Unlock a new level of service for your deliveries. You are our number one priority. Your Rider is set to render the best logistics and delivery experience to you and your customers.
Get the best delivery experience available and your parcel where you want it to be.”
Research credits
*This compilation was first researched by Ujunwa Mary Echibe on the 8th of March 2022 – and was last updated by Toju Micheal Ogbe without interference or sponsorship by the featured apps.
Written and poster designed by: Toju Micheal Ogbe.
*This research is open for/to suggestion, donation, sponsorship, collaboration, partnership or advertisement (+2349064503292).
Other Nigerian apps include:
- Accounting and book keeping
- Agricultural trading and investment
- Animal health, nutrition and business
- Booking local and international road travels
- Booking taxi services
- Buying, investing and trading in gold, silver and other precious metals
- Buying, selling, renting and leasing lands, houses, apartments and offices
- Buying, selling, servicing and verification of cars, vehicles or automobiles
- Educational and fun learning apps for children
- Emergency services
- Environmental/waste management and recycling
- Errands and logistics
- Event planning and management
- Fashion
- Financial literacy
- Food ordering and delivery
- Games
- Identifying and reporting fake products
- Insurance
- Investing in stocks, treasury bills and other financial products
- Leadership
- Learning indigenous languages
- Marketing, business, professional and job opportunities
- Mobile internet browsing and security (browsers, VPNs, antivirus, etc.)
- Nutrition, fitness and health
- Parents and parental control
- Radio
- Reporting sexual misconducts, harassment and violence
- Scheduling meetings
- Social media
- Streaming & listening to songs and music
- Travel and tourism
- Upskilling and placements
- Watching and streaming movies
