How much does a Surgeon earn in Nigeria?

The estimated salary for Surgeon in Nigeria ranges from NGN 1,455,000 to NGN 2,185,000 NGN per year, depending on experience and location.

The average salary for a Surgeon in Nigeria is NGN 1,610,000 - NGN 1,975,000 per year.

Surgeon Salary in Nigeria

Salary estimate - 2026

Average salary

₦1,455,000 - ₦2,185,000

Median salary

₦1,610,000 - ₦1,975,000

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50% of professionals earn between ₦1,455,000 - ₦2,185,000 NGN

The median salary is ₦1,765,000

NGN 38,659,000 - 68,861,000+2854%

NGN 29,446,000 - 55,672,000+2238%

NGN 29,544,000 - 52,514,000+2154%

NGN 24,928,000 - 35,872,000+1570%

NGN 22,960,000 - 33,040,000+1438%

NGN 22,304,000 - 32,096,000+1395%

NGN 17,229,000 - 27,439,000+1127%

NGN 173,678 - 236,839-89%

NGN 16,139,000 - 26,583,000+1074%

NGN 15,466,000 - 28,967,000+1121%

Surgeon

Surgeon - Nigeria 2026: NGN 1,455,000 - NGN 2,185,000. NGN 1,792,500 (median).