Uber has closed its ride-hailing operations in Nigeria, but the company did not officially say that the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) caused its exit.
Uber ended its Nigerian operations on September 2, 2026, after 12 years of providing ride-hailing services in the country.
Did FAAN Cause Uber to Leave Nigeria?
Uber said its decision followed a review of its business priorities and investment focus across Africa. The company did not identify FAAN’s airport regulations as the reason for leaving Nigeria.
This distinction is important because FAAN had introduced changes affecting e-hailing operations at Nigerian airports around the same period.
What Did FAAN Change?
FAAN introduced measures concerning commercial transportation and e-hailing operations within Nigerian airport premises. These changes affected how ride-hailing drivers could operate and pick up passengers at airports.
The developments attracted attention because airport trips are an important part of ride-hailing businesses, particularly in Lagos.
However, Uber stated that its decision to exit Nigeria was separate from the FAAN directive.
When Did Uber Close in Nigeria?
Uber officially wound down its Nigerian ride-hailing operations on September 2, 2026.
The closure means passengers in Lagos, Abuja and other Nigerian cities can no longer request Uber rides through the platform.
What Does Uber’s Exit Mean?
Uber’s departure creates more opportunities for other ride-hailing companies and transportation providers in Nigeria. Passengers will need to consider alternative platforms, taxis and organised transportation for daily trips and airport journeys.
For businesses and travellers, arranging reliable transportation in advance can become even more important.
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Although FAAN’s regulations affected airport e-hailing operations, Uber’s wider Nigerian shutdown was officially presented as a business decision rather than a direct result of FAAN’s directive.
