How much does a Surgeon earn in Nigeria?

The estimated salary for Surgeon in Nigeria ranges from NGN 223,678 to NGN 311,839 NGN per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 27 job listings

Salary Guide

Surgeon Salary in Nigeria

Based on 27 job listings - 2026

Average salary

₦223,678 - ₦311,839

Median salary

₦223,678 - ₦311,839

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile₦108K

25th percentile₦136K

Median₦224K

75th percentile₦312K

90th percentile₦359K

50% of professionals earn between ₦135,517 - ₦311,839 NGN

The median salary is ₦223,678

Top cities

Top companies hiring

African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE)2

ATUTECHS C LIMITED1

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Surgeon

27 job openings

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The average salary for a Surgeon in Nigeria is NGN 223,678 - NGN 311,839 per year in 2026. The median salary is NGN 267,759 per year, based on 27 active job listings.

The cities with the most Surgeon job opportunities in Nigeria are Lagos. Lagos leads with 9 job openings.

Leading employers for Surgeon roles in Nigeria include African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE), ATUTECHS C LIMITED.

Explore 27 Surgeon job listings in Nigeria on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.