Uber, the global ride-hailing company, is exiting Nigeria after 12 years of operations, bringing its services in the country to an end on September 2, 2026.
The company announced the decision in a statement on Wednesday, citing a review of its business operations.
“We are writing to share some difficult news. After a thorough review of our business, we have made the tough decision to wind down our operations in Nigeria, effective 2 September 2026,” Uber said.
Uber launched its service in Lagos in 2014 and said it had been privileged to connect Nigerians with independent transportation providers over the years.
“Whether it was a morning commute, a ride to see loved ones, or exploring the city, thank you for trusting the platform to connect you to a driver to get you there safely,” the company said.
The firm acknowledged that its exit could disrupt customers’ routines and apologised for the inconvenience.
“We know this may cause disruption to your routine, and we sincerely apologize for the inconvenience,” Uber said.
The company added that its help centre would remain available until September 23 to assist customers with final account-related queries.
“Thank you for welcoming us into your city,” Uber added.
Uber’s operations in Nigeria had faced challenges over the years, including protests by drivers over fares, commission rates and alleged poor treatment in 2017, 2023 and 2025.
Since launching in 2009, Uber has exited 14 countries across Asia and Africa.
