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‘We apologise for the inconvenience’, Uber exits Nigeria after 12 years of operations
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· September 2, 2026
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Key points Uber announced the move in an email to users, stating it will wind down operations effective September 2, 2026. Ride-hailing company Uber is ending its operations after 12 years.
Ride-hailing company Uber is ending its operations after 12 years. The decision follows a thorough review of its business operations. Uber announced the move in an email to users, stating it will wind down operations effective September 2, 2026.
The company thanked users for their trust over the years, noting its services had been used for various purposes. Further details about the decision are available from the company's message to customers.
Uber's exit brings an end to its presence in the country where it had become a major ride-hailing platform connecting passengers with independent drivers.
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Category: business Published: September 2, 2026 Source: Vanguard Reading time: 1 min
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