🇳🇬 Nigeria
Employment Law
Key employment obligations for Nigeria — leave entitlements, notice periods, working hours, termination rules, and HR compliance for employers hiring in-country.
Employment Rules at a Glance
Minimum Wage
NGN 70,000 per month
Annual Leave
21 days
Sick Leave
12 days
Notice Period
30 days
Probation Period
6 days
Maternity Leave
16 weeks
Paternity Leave
2 weeks
Overtime Rate
1.5x standard rate
Max Working Hours
—
13th Month Pay
Not required
Working Hours
Standard Hours
40hrs/week
Maximum Hours
48hrs/week
Overtime Rate
1.5x rate
Termination & Redundancy
Min Notice Period
30days
Max Probation
6months
Severance
Not required
Garden Leave
Not permitted
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Employment law data is sourced from official government publications and updated monthly. This information is for guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always consult a qualified employment lawyer for Nigeria-specific obligations.
About This Data
- ✓ Sourced from official government publications
- ✓ Updated monthly — always current rules
- ✓ For guidance only — not legal advice
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