Ozi, a newly launched community-driven delivery app, aims to redefine package delivery by connecting travelers with people who need to send packages. Launched today in Lagos, the platform introduces an innovative logistics approach that enables travelers to monetize unused vehicle space while offering shippers a cost-effective alternative to traditional courier services.
The app aims to revolutionize the global courier, express and parcel (CEP) market, which is currently worth around $460 billion. By leveraging everyday journeys, Ozi creates a decentralized logistics network that is both efficient and affordable. The model ensures that both travelers and package shippers benefit, turning routine trips into profitable opportunities.
Harnessing Nigeria’s logistics potential
During the launch event at Four Points by Sheraton, Victoria Island, Lagos, Ikenna Ani, Co-Founder and CEO of Ozi, highlighted the strategic decision to launch the app in Nigeria. He highlighted the country’s untapped potential in the parcel delivery sector and pointed to the growing demand for innovative logistics solutions.
Ani described the platform as a way for travelers to make their trips more productive while providing senders with an affordable delivery option. He explained that the app leverages the daily movements of millions of Nigerians to create a fast and reliable logistics network.
According to Ani, Ozi enables travelers to earn money by delivering packages along their routes, while small businesses and individuals benefit from reduced delivery costs. The platform’s focus on community and collaboration sets it apart and promotes a system…
