A Nigerian company, E. F Network Limited, Owners of Gab taxi, an indigenous e-hailing application, has introduced a comprehensive Group Life Insurance coverage, accidents and medical benefits for its drivers.<\/P>
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Mr Gideon Egbuchulam, Chairman and CEO of E.F Group, disclosed this in an exclusive interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), on Friday, in Abuja.<\/P>
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Egbuchulam was responding to questions on Gab taxi\u2019s package for drivers following the 72 hours strike, embarked upon by the Amalgamated Union of App-based Transport Workers of Nigeria (AUATWON).<\/P>
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The AUATWON, which represents drivers on the platforms of e-hailing companies such as Uber and Bolt, are protesting the increase in commission by 25 to 30 per cent by these foreign app-based enterprises.<\/P>
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According to the Union\u2019s statement, this falls short of the union\u2019s demand for a 200 per cent boost and a 50 per cent drop in commission, provoking a 72-hour strike which began on Wednesday.<\/P>
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The e-hailing drivers embarked on the strike action with the intention of getting the sector operators to reach a dialogue with them over challenges confronting their operations.<\/P>
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Accordingly, the union said the dispute was necessary to understand what constituted fair charges in response to the recent hike in the pump price of petrol.<\/P>
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Egbuchulam said he was thrilled to announce to all Gab taxi drivers, a significant enhancement of the commitment to their welfare and security, as part of the Gab taxi family.<\/P>
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\u201cWe have partnered with a renowned insurance company to bring you a comprehensive Group Life Insurance Policy that offers substantial benefits designed to protect you and your loved ones,\u201d he said.<\/P>
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According to him, with this new insurance coverage, Gab taxi drivers will enjoy numerous benefits.<\/P>
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Egbuchulam mentioned these benefits to include; N1, 5million death benefits whereby, in the unfortunate event of untimely passing, drivers\u2019 nominated beneficiary would receive a substantial financial benefit as support.<\/P>
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He also said a N750,000 temporary and permanent disability fund, had been set aside to cater for any driver who encountered either temporary or permanent disability as a result of accident, to help them through the recovery process.<\/P>
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Another insurance policy was a N250,000 allotted to critical illness, which would be deployed to ensure that drivers had access to the necessary funds for treatment and care.<\/P>
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The Chairman further mentioned a N100,000 medical support to address health relating issues welfare of all Gab taxi drivers.<\/P>
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\u201cThis policy provides coverage or medical expenses, ensuring that drivers have access to quality healthcare when needed.<\/P>
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\u201cWe understand that safety and peace of mind are of utmost importance, hence we are proud to offer this comprehensive insurance coverage exclusively to our dedicated drivers.<\/P>
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\u201cThis insurance package is an additional benefit that comes with being a Gab Taxi driver, emphasising our commitment to their welfare,\u201d Egbuchulam said.<\/P>
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He stated that by providing this insurance coverage, E.F Group had taken a significant step towards building a supportive community and fostering a sense of security among Gab taxi drivers.<\/P>
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He noted that the drivers hard work and dedication contributed immensely to the success of Gab Taxi, therefore, it was their priority to ensure that drivers had the protection they deserved.<\/P>
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Reacting to allegations that some of these foreign e-hailing companies were using agents in their operations instead of duly registering drivers, just to evade tax on their revenue, Egbuchulam said this was regrettable.<\/P>
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He, however, said that was precisely the reason that Gab taxi was born; to correct the many the ills meted out to Nigerian drivers.<\/P>
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\u201cSo, instead of protesting, let Nigerian drivers join Gab taxi, we met 100 per cent of their demand when others did not,\u201d he said.<\/P>
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The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that E.F Network Limited, a Nigerian company, on May 15, lunched Gab taxi, an indigenous e-hailing application, tagging it the best local content and lowest commission for drivers. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)<\/P>
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Source: News Agency of Nigeria<\/P>
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