the Employed
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.
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.
To prepare you, here are the major numbers being broken down in this report:
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.
and Pay
Streams, Still Not
Enough
Changing Priorities
Scarcity
Productivity
Fulfilment
Salary’ Winning?
Pay Gap
Style
Employer
Report
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:
Our “State of The Employed” report reveals that 70% of employees
lack access to financial support from their employers. With PaidHR’s
Earned Wage Access, you can offer your team instant access to part
of their salary anytime—at no extra cost to your organization.
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To the hustling employed Nigerian navigating the complexities of
the current economy – this one’s for you.
