According to a report by Tribune Online on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, Uber has announced the shutdown of its operations in Nigeria, ending the company’s presence in the country after first launching in Lagos in 2014.
The global ride-hailing company said it had taken the decision to wind down its Nigerian operations following a review of its business. The shutdown takes effect on September 2, 2026.
In its announcement, Uber thanked Nigerians for trusting its platform over the years and recognised the role the service played in helping residents move around the city.
The company said its decision could disrupt the routines of riders who had relied on the platform for commuting, visiting family and other journeys. It apologised for the inconvenience associated with the closure.
Uber also said it would support drivers, riders and members of its local team during the transition. Drivers were informed that rider trip requests would no longer be available through the Uber app once the shutdown took effect.
The company did not disclose specific financial, regulatory or operational factors behind its decision in the announcement. Instead, it described the move as the outcome of a review of its business in Nigeria.
Uber’s departure leaves a notable gap in Nigeria’s ride-hailing market, where app-based transportation has become an important part of urban mobility, particularly in major cities.
The company’s exit comes as competition and changing operating conditions continue to shape Nigeria’s technology-driven transportation industry.
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