How much does a Lawyer earn in Nigeria?

The estimated salary for Lawyer in Nigeria ranges from NGN 98,678 to NGN 187,500 NGN per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 98 job listings

Salary Guide

Lawyer Salary in Nigeria

Based on 98 job listings - 2026

Average salary

₦98,678 - ₦187,500

Median salary

₦98,678 - ₦187,500

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile₦38K

25th percentile₦47K

Median₦99K

75th percentile₦188K

90th percentile₦216K

50% of professionals earn between ₦47,356 - ₦187,500 NGN

The median salary is ₦98,678

Top cities

Lagos41 job openings

Top companies hiring

Alan & Grant2

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NGN 3,148,800 - 4,531,200+2584%

Corporate Lawyer

NGN 18,386,000 - 38,135,000+19650%

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NGN 18,386,000 - 38,135,000+19650%

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NGN 19,797,000 - 29,897,000+17265%

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NGN 7,381,000 - 13,048,000+7039%

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NGN 300,000 - 425,000+153%

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NGN 125,000 - 150,000-4%

Lawyer

98 job openings

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The average salary for a Lawyer in Nigeria is NGN 98,678 - NGN 187,500 per year in 2026. The median salary is NGN 143,089 per year, based on 98 active job listings.

The cities with the most Lawyer job opportunities in Nigeria are Lagos, Abuja, Lekki, Lagos State, Gbongan. Lagos leads with 41 job openings.

Leading employers for Lawyer roles in Nigeria include Alan & Grant.

Explore 98 Lawyer job listings in Nigeria on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.