🇳🇬 Guide: Working in Nigeria
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View all FAQ →An employment contract in Nigeria should include job title, salary, benefits, duties, duration, and termination clauses. The contract must comply with the Employment Act and clearly outline working hours, leave entitlements, and conditions of service. Both employer and employee should retain signed copies for reference.
Fair dismissal in Nigeria requires serious misconduct, poor performance, redundancy, or breach of contract. Employers must follow due process, including warnings and opportunities for the employee to respond. Unfair dismissal can result in compensation claims through the National Industrial Court.
Nigerian workers are entitled to minimum 6 working days of paid annual leave per year, plus public holidays (typically 11-13 days depending on the state). Additional leave may be negotiated in employment contracts. Unused leave can sometimes be carried forward or compensated upon termination.