How much does a CEO earn in Nigeria?

The estimated salary for CEO in Nigeria ranges from NGN 150,000 to NGN 150,000 NGN per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 67 job listings

Salary Guide

CEO Salary in Nigeria

Based on 67 job listings - 2026

Average salary

₦150,000 - ₦150,000

Median salary

₦150,000 - ₦150,000

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile₦120K

25th percentile₦150K

Median₦150K

75th percentile₦150K

90th percentile₦173K

50% of professionals earn between ₦150,000 - ₦150,000 NGN

The median salary is ₦150,000

Top cities

Lagos28 job openings

Top companies hiring

SRS Collection1

Samoga Consult Ltd1

Smash Technology1

Stresert Services Limited (Third party recruitment)1

VERIFYME NIGERIA1

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CEO

67 job openings

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The average salary for a CEO in Nigeria is NGN 150,000 - NGN 150,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is NGN 150,000 per year, based on 67 active job listings.

The cities with the most CEO job opportunities in Nigeria are Lagos, Abuja, Ibadan. Lagos leads with 28 job openings.

Leading employers for CEO roles in Nigeria include SRS Collection, Samoga Consult Ltd, Smash Technology, Stresert Services Limited (Third party recruitment), VERIFYME NIGERIA.

Explore 67 CEO job listings in Nigeria on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.