Uber has announced plans to exit Nigeria after 12 years of operations in the country.
The global ride-hailing company said it would wind down its Nigerian operations from Wednesday, September 2, 2026.
Uber communicated the decision to customers through an email. The company said the move followed a thorough review of its business operations.
The exit brings an end to Uber’s 12-year presence in Nigeria. The company launched its service in Lagos in 2014 and later expanded its ride-hailing services to other parts of the country.
Uber did not give a detailed breakdown of the factors behind its decision.
The company described the move as a difficult decision after reviewing its business.
Other reports say Uber’s decision is linked to changing business priorities and its investment focus across Africa. The company has stressed that the decision affects Nigeria and Uganda.
Uber also said it remains committed to opportunities in Sub-Saharan Africa.
The exit means Nigerian customers will no longer be able to use Uber’s ride-hailing service after the shutdown.
The company has apologised for the disruption and thanked Nigerians for using its platform over the years.
Uber said its Help Centre would remain available until September 23, 2026, for customers with final account-related enquiries.
The company also said it is working to support affected drivers, riders and local team members during the transition.
Uber’s departure marks a major change in Nigeria’s ride-hailing industry.
The company helped popularise app-based transportation in Nigeria after entering the Lagos market in 2014.
Its exit leaves other platforms, including Bolt and inDrive, to compete for riders and drivers in the market.
The development could also increase competition among remaining operators. They may seek to attract Uber’s former drivers and customers.
Uber became a familiar part of urban transportation in Nigeria.
The platform gave passengers another way to request rides through their phones. It also created an income opportunity for thousands of drivers.
After 12 years, however, the company is ending its operations in the country.
Uber’s exit signals a major shift in Nigeria’s ride-hailing market and could reshape competition in the sector.
