Uber Exits Nigeria After 12 Years of Operations
If you are in Lagos, Abuja, or any other Nigerian city where Uber was a household name, you might have opened the app this morning and found something missing. As of today, September 2, 2026, Uber has officially shut down its ride-hailing operations in Nigeria. The company also pulled out of Uganda on the same [...] The post Uber Exits Nigeria After 12 Years of Operations appeared first on…
Uber has officially ended its ride-hailing services in Nigeria and Uganda, marking the end of a 12-year presence in both markets. The company announced its decision on September 2, 2026, following a strategic review of its global operations. This move comes as Uber reduces its global workforce by 10 percent, eliminating around 3,300 jobs.
In Nigeria, drivers and passengers are left to adapt to the loss of a familiar ride-hailing option. The Nigerian government's removal of fuel subsidies in 2023 exacerbated the challenges for drivers, who faced soaring petrol prices and declining margins. Uber's exit represents a significant challenge for foreign tech companies operating in Nigeria's complex market.
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