How much does a Physician earn in Nigeria?

The estimated salary for Physician in Nigeria ranges from NGN 47,356 to NGN 100,000 NGN per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 180 job listings

Salary Guide

Physician Salary in Nigeria

Based on 180 job listings - 2026

Average salary

₦47,356 - ₦100,000

Median salary

₦47,356 - ₦100,000

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile₦38K

25th percentile₦47K

Median₦47K

75th percentile₦100K

90th percentile₦115K

50% of professionals earn between ₦47,356 - ₦100,000 NGN

The median salary is ₦47,356

Top cities

Lagos37 job openings

Abuja20 job openings

Top companies hiring

Genesis Specialist Hospital2

Margaret Lawrence University Teaching Hospital (MLUTH)2

Dragnet Solutions Limited1

IITA-CASSAVABREEDING1

Nidus Consultants1

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Physician

180 job openings

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The average salary for a Physician in Nigeria is NGN 47,356 - NGN 100,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is NGN 73,678 per year, based on 180 active job listings.

The cities with the most Physician job opportunities in Nigeria are Lagos, Abuja, Ikeja, Ibadan, Lekki. Lagos leads with 37 job openings.

Leading employers for Physician roles in Nigeria include Genesis Specialist Hospital, Margaret Lawrence University Teaching Hospital (MLUTH), Dragnet Solutions Limited, IITA-CASSAVABREEDING, Nidus Consultants.

Explore 180 Physician job listings in Nigeria on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.