How much does a Lawyer earn in Nigeria?

The estimated salary for Lawyer in Nigeria ranges from NGN 980,000 to NGN 1,475,000 NGN per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 139 job listings

How much does a Lawyer earn in Nigeria?

The average salary for a Lawyer in Nigeria is NGN 1,085,000 - NGN 1,332,500 per year.

Salary Guide

Lawyer Salary in Nigeria

Based on 139 job listings - 2026

Average salary

₦980,000 - ₦1,475,000

Median salary

₦1,085,000 - ₦1,332,500

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile₦755K

25th percentile₦980K

Median₦1M

75th percentile₦1M

90th percentile₦2M

50% of professionals earn between ₦980,000 - ₦1,475,000 NGN

The median salary is ₦1,190,000

Top cities

Lagos68 job openings

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Lawyer

139 job openings

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The average salary for a Lawyer in Nigeria is NGN 980,000 - NGN 1,475,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is NGN 1,208,750 per year, based on 139 active job listings.

The cities with the most Lawyer job opportunities in Nigeria are Lagos, Abuja, Lagos State, Lekki, Ikeja. Lagos leads with 68 job openings.

Explore 139 Lawyer job listings in Nigeria on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.