Uber ends its 12-year Nigerian operations after a business review, with services winding down nationwide from Wednesday, September 2.
Uber has announced that it will wind down its operations in Nigeria effective Wednesday, 2 September 2026, bringing its 12-year presence in the country to an end.
The ride-hailing company disclosed the decision in a message to users, saying it followed a “thorough review” of its business operations.
Uber said it was a difficult decision to leave Nigeria, where it first launched in Lagos in 2014, connecting users with independent transportation providers.
“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 said.
It thanked Nigerians for trusting its platform for daily commutes, visits to family and friends, and movement around the city.
“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,” Uber said.
The company acknowledged that its departure could disrupt the routines of users and apologised for the inconvenience.
“We know this may cause disruption to your routine, and we sincerely apologise for the inconvenience,” it said.
Uber also said its Help Centre would remain available until 23 September 2026 to assist users with final account-related enquiries.
The company concluded by thanking Nigerians for welcoming its service over the years.
“Thank you for welcoming us into your city,” Uber said.
