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Uber ceases operations Nigeria and Uganda, catching drivers and riders by surprise

Washington Post World Thursday 03 September 2026, 21:05 UTC By Rael Ombuor 1 min read
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Uber abruptly ended its operations in Nigeria on Wednesday after more than 12 years of building its presence in Africa’s most populous country and third-largest economy. Democracy Dies in Darkness Uber ceases operations in Nigeria and Uganda, catching drivers and riders by surprise The abrupt announcement, amid operating challenges and high oil prices, leaves the ride-hailing app with a diminished presence in Africa.

Uber abruptly ended its operations in Nigeria on Wednesday after more than 12 years of building its presence in Africa’s most populous country and third-largest economy. Democracy Dies in Darkness Uber ceases operations in Nigeria and Uganda, catching drivers and riders by surprise The abrupt announcement, amid operating challenges and high oil prices, leaves the ride-hailing app with a diminished presence in Africa.
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