The State of the Employed

Introduction

In Nigeria's dynamic economic climate, various factors compete for our attention. Daily distractions range from social media and entertainment to the unifying power of football. While these elements offer a welcome respite, particularly in the face of rising inflation, it's crucial not to lose sight of the core challenges impacting Nigerian workers.

This report delves into the current state of the employed Nigerian, specifically focusing on the interconnected issues of productivity and compensation.

The Dedication

To the hustling employed Nigerian navigating the complexities of the current economy - this one’s for you.

The Big Numbers

To prepare you, here are the major numbers being broken down in this report:

Total Respondents
0
Employment-Population Ratio
0
%
Minimum Wage (4 years)
#
0
Number of Industries
30

The Employed

employed
/ɪmˈplɔɪd/ adjective: employed
- (of a person) having a paid job
verb
past tense: employed; past participle: employed
- give work to (someone) and pay them for it
We ventured into the bustling streets of Lagos, a diverse cross-section of Lagos' LGA, to meet with 1,500 working individuals, to speak to them about their work, their pay, and how the state of their living has changed since the previous year.

The results, as varied as they were, reveal their experiences and challenges.
01

Age
and Pay

02

Multiple Income Streams, Still Not Enough

03

Saving Habits & Changing Priorities

04

Enjoyment
Scarcity

05

State of
Productivity

06

Financial Wellness & Fulfilment

07

Is The ‘Competitive Salary’ Winning?

08

Gender
Pay Gap

09

Work
Style

10

The
Employer

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The findings of this report underscore the financial strain faced by employed Nigerians. This highlights the urgent need for innovative solutions, such as earned wage access, to provide financial relief and support the well-being of Nigerian workers.

For a deeper dive into the data and specific figures, refer to the full report:

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The State of the Employed

Introduction

In Nigeria's dynamic economic climate, various factors compete for our attention. Daily distractions range from social media and entertainment to the unifying power of football. While these elements offer a welcome respite, particularly in the face of rising inflation, it's crucial not to lose sight of the core challenges impacting Nigerian workers. This report delves into the current state of the employed Nigerian, specifically focusing on the interconnected issues of productivity and compensation.

The Dedication

To the hustling employed Nigerian navigating the complexities of the current economy - this one’s for you.

The Big Numbers

To prepare you, here are the major numbers being broken down in this report:

Total Respondents
1500
Employment-Population Ratio
77.1%
Minimum Wage (4 years)
#30,000
Number of Industries
30

The Employed

employed
/ɪmˈplɔɪd/ adjective: employed
- (of a person) having a paid job
verb
past tense: employed; past participle: employed
- give work to (someone) and pay them for it
We ventured into the bustling streets of Lagos, a diverse cross-section of Lagos' LGA, to meet with 1,500 working individuals, to speak to them about their work, their pay, and how the state of their living has changed since the previous year.

The results, as varied as they were, reveal their experiences and challenges.
01

Age
and Pay

02

Multiple Income Streams, Still Not Enough

03

Saving Habits & Changing Priorities

04

Enjoyment Scarcity

05

State of Productivity

06

Financial Wellness & Fulfilment

07

Is The ‘Competitive Salary’ Winning?

08

Gender
Pay Gap

09

Work
Style

10

The
Employer

Conclusion

The findings of this report underscore the financial strain faced by employed Nigerians. This highlights the urgent need for innovative solutions, such as earned wage access, to provide financial relief and support the well-being of Nigerian workers.

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