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Hiring employees in Nigeria can be challenging due to evolving labor regulations, tax codes, and contractual obligations. Aniday's Employer of Record (EOR) service helps you legally employ workers in Nigeria without needing a local entity—while ensuring compliance with Nigeria's Labor Code.
As your Employer of Record, Aniday becomes the legal employer of your Nigeriai staff. We manage labor contracts, payroll, personal income tax (PIT), compulsory insurances, and ensure full compliance with Nigeria's employment laws. You retain full control over daily operations. If you already have a legal entity in Nigeria, you might need Professional Employer Organization (PEO) services in Nigeria instead.
Comprehensive compliance and support tailored specifically for Nigeria's market
Full adherence to Nigeria's comprehensive labor regulations, including minimum wage requirements, working hours, and termination procedures.
Assistance with finding and managing office space, sourcing and buying devices, and handling employee reimbursements.
Comprehensive handling of all mandatory requirements including personal income tax, provident fund contributions, and gratuity calculations.
Begin hiring in Nigeria immediately without the time and cost of establishing a local subsidiary or navigating complex registration processes.
Streamlined employee registration with authorities, tax code setup, and ongoing support to ensure smooth operations from day one.
Deep understanding of Nigeriai business culture, labor practices, and regulatory environment to ensure successful operations.
A streamlined approach to compliant hiring in Nigeria with step-by-step guidance
Consultation
We align on your hiring goals and role specifics, understanding your business needs and compliance requirements for Nigeria.
Contract Setup
Employment contracts drafted and signed in compliance with Nigeria labor law requirements.
Employee Onboarding
Register employee with authorities, set up tax ID, provident fund, and all required documentation for legal employment.
As of July 2024, Nigeria has a national minimum wage of NGN 70,000 per month. This rate is subject to review every three years. The minimum wage applies to all workers in both public and private sectors, though some states may have higher rates based on local economic conditions.
Standard working hours in Nigeria are 8 hours per day and 40-48 hours per week (typically 5 days). Overtime work is compensated at 1.5 times the regular hourly rate for work beyond standard hours. Work on rest days and public holidays is paid at premium rates as specified by labor regulations.
Personal Income Tax (PIT) in Nigeria follows a progressive tax system. The tax-free threshold is NGN 300,000 per annum. Tax rates range from 7% to 24% depending on income brackets. Employers are required to deduct tax at source using the PAYE (Pay As You Earn) system and remit monthly to the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS).
Permanent employees earn At least 6 days paid leave (approximately 21-22 days/year). Workers are entitled to 11 days of public or religious holidays annually. Maternity leave is 12 weeks paid leave (8 weeks before + 8 weeks after childbirth) for eligible female employees with minimum 6 months service.
If a provident fund is established, both employee and employer typically contribute 10% of base wage each. After 5+ years of service, employees are entitled to gratuity of 1 month's basic salary per completed year (or 45 days if over 10 years).
Minimum notice period is 120 days for employees with over 1 year of service. Termination must have legal grounds (misconduct, incapacity, redundancy). Retrenchment compensation may apply in some cases. Unlawful termination can result in financial penalties.
Companies that are profitable must contribute 1% of annual payroll into the Industrial Training Fund (ITF). This is a mandatory requirement under Nigeria labor law for profitable companies.
On average, it takes 3-10 business days, including contract signing, tax code registration, and provident fund setup.
Read real success stories and see why Aniday is the trusted EOR partner for compliant employment and workforce management in Nigeria.
