A routine ride turned heroic when inDrive driver Prince Adeniyi helped deliver a baby in his car.
His calm response and compassion during the emergency have earned widespread praise as a reminder of everyday heroes among us.
Prince Adeniyi, an inDrive driver in Ile-Ife, had no idea that a simple ride request would turn into a life-changing experience when he picked up a passenger at Mayfair Gardens. What was meant to be a routine trip quickly turned into an emergency that required more than just driving skills.
The ride began with a man in a hurry to get his pregnant wife to the hospital. Prince picked him up and drove into the estate where the woman was waiting. They barely got moving again when the unexpected happened. “Her water just broke,” the man said urgently.
Without hesitation, Prince pulled the car over and got to work. He covered the back seat with plastic sheets, the kind drivers often use to keep their seats clean. What followed was an impromptu delivery, right there in the car. Prince stayed composed and did what he could to help as the woman gave birth in the back seat.
After the baby was safely delivered, Prince wasted no time and drove them straight to the hospital. Medical staff took over as soon as they arrived.
Although there are no standard procedures for such moments, Prince relied on compassion and instinct. This kind of care is something inDrive encourages in its drivers. The platform not only conducts background checks but also promotes a culture of empathy and community service.
Prince didn’t stop to seek praise or rewards. He simply ensured that the mother and newborn were safe before moving on to the next passenger.
It was far from an ordinary day, but it proved how much of a difference one person can make just by being kind and responsive in a moment of need.
