Global ride-hailing company Uber has announced its exit from the Nigerian market, effective September 2, 2026, ending 12 years of operations in the country.
This was disclosed in a statement and memo shared with riders and customer, the company said it had made the “tough decision” to wind down its operations in the country.
According to Uber, the decision followed a thorough review of its business operations in Nigeria.
Uber said it had been a privilege to serve Nigerians since launching in Lagos in 2014, connecting customers with independent transportation providers for their daily journeys.
“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,” the service provider said in the statement.
“Since we first launched in Lagos in 2014, it has been an absolute privilege to be a part of your daily life, connecting you with independent transportation providers.
The company thanked customers for trusting its platform for morning commutes, visits to loved ones and other journeys, while acknowledging that its departure could disrupt their routines.
Uber apologized for the inconvenience caused and said its Help Centre would remain available until September 23, 2026, to assist customers with any final account-related inquiries.
Uber said its wider restructuring and layoffs are aimed at making the platform “simpler and faster,” while reducing coordination delays within its increasingly complex global operations
