ABUJA — The economic squeeze is hitting the Federal Capital Territory where it hurts, forcing a growing number of women to flip their private cars into informal taxis to stay afloat.
Commonly known as “kabu-kabu,” these private-turned-commercial rides are popping up all over the city. Several female drivers told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday that with prices of food and fuel hitting the roof, their regular salaries simply don’t cut it anymore.
Instead of headed straight home after work, many are now picking up passengers on popular routes like Nyanya-Mararaba, Lugbe, and Kubwa to bridge the gap. While it’s a gritty survival move, it’s not without risks—these “lady pilots” are constantly looking over their shoulders for VIO and road safety officials ready to impound private cars used for commercial gains.
