Uber, the global ride-hailing company, has announced plans to wind down its operations in Nigeria after 12 years, effective September 2, 2026.
The company disclosed this in a statement issued on Wednesday, citing a decision reached after a review of its business operations in the country.
“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 services in Lagos in 2014 and expanded its ride-hailing operations to connect commuters with independent drivers across the country.
The company thanked its customers for using the platform over the years, saying it had been a privilege to serve Nigerians.
“We know this may cause disruption to your routine, and we sincerely apologise for the inconvenience,” the company said.
Uber added that its help centre would remain available until September 23 to assist customers with final account-related enquiries.
The company’s operations in Nigeria have faced several challenges over the years, including protests by drivers over fares, commission rates and working conditions.
Drivers staged protests in 2017, 2023 and 2025 over concerns about low fares, commission charges and alleged poor treatment by ride-hailing platforms.
Uber’s exit from Nigeria is part of a broader pattern of withdrawals from some international markets. Since its launch in 2009, the company has reportedly exited 14 countries across Asia and Africa.
