Ride-hailing company Bolt has recorded a 92 per cent week-on-week increase in driver registrations in Nigeria following the exit of rival platform Uber from the country.
Bolt disclosed the development on Online on Wednesday, saying the surge reflects growing interest from drivers seeking alternative platforms to continue operating in the ride-hailing industry.
The Estonian mobility company, which launched its operations in Nigeria in 2016, has remained active in the country despite the recent departure of Uber.
Uber officially discontinued its Nigerian operations on September 2, 2026, bringing an end to its 12-year presence in the country. The company said the decision followed a review of its evolving business priorities and investment focus across Africa.
The exit has reshaped Nigeria’s ride-hailing market, with competing platforms such as Bolt and inDrive positioned to attract some of the drivers and riders previously using Uber.
Bolt had earlier reaffirmed its commitment to Nigeria, describing the country as an important market and saying it would continue to focus on serving riders, supporting drivers and strengthening its operations.
The latest registration figures suggest that Uber’s departure is already having an effect on the choices of drivers, many of whom depend on ride-hailing platforms for their livelihoods.
However, the industry continues to face challenges, including rising fuel and vehicle-maintenance costs, inflation and pressure on fares and driver earnings. These factors have increased operating pressures for both drivers and ride-hailing companies in Nigeria.
With Uber no longer operating in the Nigerian market, competition among the remaining platforms is expected to intensify as they seek to expand their driver networks and attract more riders.
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