UBER PULLS THE PLUG ON NIGERIA! 12-YEAR RIDE ENDS AS GLOBAL GIANT SHOCKS MILLIONS.
Nigeria woke up to a major shock on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, as global ride-hailing giant Uber officially shut down its operations in the country after 12 years. The sudden exit has sent waves across Nigeria’s transport and technology sectors, leaving riders and drivers wondering what comes next. Uber entered the Nigerian market in 2014, launching first in Lagos and later expanding its services to other cities. For millions of Nigerians, the company became more than just a ride-hailing platform. It changed how people moved around major cities, allowing passengers to request rides from their phones, track drivers and make transportation more convenient. But that journey has now come to an abrupt end. Uber said its decision followed a “thorough review” of its business priorities and investment focus across Africa. The company also announced that it was winding down operations in Uganda at the same time. Importantly, Uber said the decision was limited to Nigeria and ...