Uber has announced its decision to terminate operations in Nigeria and Uganda, amid ongoing operating challenges and elevated oil prices. This move marks a significant reduction in the company’s presence within the African continent. On September 3, 2026, the announcement was delivered at 5:05 p.m. EDT.
The company’s sudden exit comes after 12 years of establishing itself in Nigeria, Africa’s most populous nation and its third-largest economy. The decision was perceived as abrupt by many, as drivers associated with the San Francisco-based ride-hailing giant reported they received little to no advance notice.
Passengers experienced the cessation firsthand, with some media reports detailing accounts of individuals in transit when they received messages informing them of the service’s discontinuation.
The company has yet to release details on the number of active drivers who will be impacted by this strategic withdrawal.