Ride-hailing giant Uber to stop operating in Nigeria, ending a 12-year run

Uber, the US-based ride-hailing company that operates in eight African countries, is winding down its operations in Nigeria, marking its exit after twelve years. “We are writing to share some difficult news,” Uber said in an email to customers on Wednesday. “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’s exit ends a 12-year run in Nigeria, one of its earliest markets, where it launched in 2014.