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Nigeria

Nigeria

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Employer of Record (EOR) in Nigeria

What you'll learn

Nigeria Introduction

Nigeria is a country in west Africa bordered by Niger, Chad, Cameroon, and Benin. It is a multinational state with 250+ ethnic groups that speak 500 distinct languages. Nigeria is one of the 10 most populated countries in the world, and boasts a plethora of skilled tech workers. Lagos is the largest city in Nigeria and has been called “the Silicon Valley of Africa.”

Employment Terms

The minimum wage is NGN 30,000 per month, and the standard workweek is 40 hours per week at 8 hours per day. Overtime is regulated based on the employment contract.

Types of Leave

Parental Leave

Pregnant employees are entitled to 12 weeks of paid maternity leave, which is paid at 50% of their average wage. The leave usually begins 6 weeks before the due date. While there is no provision in Nigerian law for paternity leave, some regions do offer it.

Sick Leave

Employees in Nigeria are entitled to 12 days of sick leave per year.

Paid Leave

Nigeria has 13 public holidays, and employees who have worked at their company for 12 months are entitled to 6 days of paid time off each year.

Termination Process

Process

The termination process in Nigeria varies based on the employment contract and collective agreements in place, as well as the reason for termination. Employment can be terminated by either the employer or the employee as long as notice is given.

Notice Period

Notice periods in Nigeria vary depending on how long the employee has worked at their company:

  • 0-3 months = 1 day of notice
  • 3 months - 2 years = 1 week of notice
  • 2-5 years = 2 weeks of notice
  • 5+ years = 1 month of notice

Severance Pay

Severance pay requirements are usually outlined in the employment contract/collective agreement.

Additional Information

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Overview

Language (s):
English, Regional Languages
Currency
Nigerian Naira (NGN)
Capital City:
Abuja
Population:
218 Million
Cost of Living Rank:
115th
VAT (Valued Added Tax):
7.5%

Employer Taxes

12%

(estimated)

★  10% - Pension Fund

★  1% - Social Insurance

★  1% - Industrial Training Fund (ITF)

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How employees in Nigeria get paid
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Full-time Employees vs Global Contractors
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