Uber’s exit from Nigeria has created fresh opportunities for rival ride-hailing platforms seeking to attract customers and drivers who previously used the global mobility company.

Uber announced that it would discontinue operations in Nigeria effective September 2, 2026, ending its 12-year presence in the country after launching in Lagos in 2014.

Although the company did not disclose how many Nigerian drivers and riders would be affected by its departure, its exit is expected to create room for both established and emerging mobility platforms to expand their presence in the market.

As Uber leaves Nigeria, these are seven ride-hailing companies Nigerians may increasingly consider as alternatives:

1. Bolt

Bolt is arguably Uber’s most direct competitor in Nigeria. The company already operates a ride-hailing platform in Nigeria, connecting riders with independent driver partners. Its Nigerian driver programme allows drivers to choose when to go online, accept available requests and earn from completed trips.

Bolt’s presence in Lagos is particularly significant. The company lists ride services across the city and continues to recruit drivers, making it well positioned to absorb some of the riders and drivers leaving Uber.

2. inDrive

Rather than relying entirely on an automatically determined fare, inDrive allows riders and drivers to negotiate the price of a trip. According to the company’s description of its model, users can have a say in the price, vehicle and driver they choose.

The model has previously attracted Nigerian riders looking for alternatives to higher ride-hailing fares. TechCabal reported that rising fuel prices and inflation had encouraged some customers to turn to inDrive and Rida because of their pricing flexibility.

3. Rida

Rida is another Nigerian-market competitor that could benefit from Uber’s departure.

Rida allows riders to set a price, choose a driver and request either car or motorcycle transportation. Its current driver application also advertises 0% commission, allowing drivers to retain the full fare from rides.

The platform’s approach could appeal particularly to drivers who are concerned about commissions and rising operating costs.

A 2023 TechCabal report noted that Rida did not charge drivers commission at the time, while inDrive charged a lower commission than Uber and Bolt.

4. LagRide

LagRide is a Lagos-focused e-hailing service and another potential beneficiary of Uber’s exit.

The platform describes itself as a premium e-taxi service and says it operates a fleet of petrol and electric vehicles across Lagos. Its platform allows passengers to book rides, track drivers, rate trips and make cashless payments.

LagRide also has a distinctive model for drivers; the company says it provides vehicles to its drivers, meaning prospective drivers do not necessarily need to purchase their own cars before joining the platform.

5. GeraRide

GeraRide is another platform seeking a place in Nigeria’s increasingly competitive mobility market. GeraRide says it serves riders in Lagos, Abuja and Port Harcourt, offering different categories of transportation, including economy, comfort, premium, SUV, motorcycle and XL rides. It also combines ride-hailing with delivery services.

For drivers, the company advertises flexible working hours and a 15% platform fee, with its driver programme stating that the first month is commission-free.

Its focus on lower commissions and flexible work could help it attract drivers searching for alternatives.

6. Shuttlers

Shuttlers operates differently from traditional point-to-point ride-hailing companies such as Uber and Bolt. The company specialises in scheduled shared transportation, including daily commuting and employee transport. Its platform allows users to search for routes and book scheduled rides.

Shuttlers says more than 100,000 professionals use its commuting services, although its model is primarily focused on scheduled mass transit rather than individual on-demand rides.

Therefore, it may not directly replace Uber for every type of journey, but it offers another technology-driven transportation option for Nigerians.

7. Oga Taxi

Oga Taxi is another local player identified among Nigeria’s ride-hailing platforms.

Oga Taxi has been listed alongside other Nigerian e-hailing operators, including Bolt, inDrive, Rida, LagRide and Shuttlers. The report highlighted the growth of ride-hailing across several Nigerian cities and the emergence of numerous platforms competing for riders and drivers.

Although it does not have the same international profile as Uber, its presence demonstrates the number of local and regional alternatives available in Nigeria’s e-hailing market. (The Nation)