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Salary Of Nigerian Govnors, Deputies, LG Chairmen, Vice, Other top Govt Officials

This article provides a detailed breakdown of the salaries and allowances of Nigerian governors, deputy governors, commissioners, local government chairmen, and other officials, updated 2024.

It outlines the qualifications for becoming a governor, their entitlements, and the controversies surrounding their salaries amidst concerns about the country’s economy.

While these positions offer lucrative benefits, the article also highlights the challenges of governance and the prevalent issue of corruption among Nigerian politicians, who often amass significant personal wealth during their tenure.

The following are the breakdown of salaries;

1. State Governors:

  • Annual Salary: ₦11,540,896
  • Monthly Basic Salary: ₦2,223,705
  • Annual Leave Allowance: ₦222,370.50
  • Vehicle Loan: 400% of annual basic salary
  • End of Tenure Gratuity: ₦6,671,115

2. Deputy State Governors:

  • Annual Salary: ₦10,772,296
  • Monthly Basic Salary: ₦2,112,215
  • Vehicle Loan: ₦8,448,860
  • Annual Leave Allowance: ₦211,221.50

3. Commissioners/Secretary to the Government:

  • Annual Salary: ₦10,831,522
  • Basic Salary: ₦1,337,225
  • Furniture Allowance: ₦4,011,675
  • Leave Allowance: ₦133,722.50
  • Vehicle Loan: ₦5,348,900
  • Severance Gratuity: ₦4,011,675

4. Local Government Chairmen:

  • Annual Salary: ₦5,994,659
  • Annual Basic Salary: ₦908,312
  • Furniture Allowance: ₦1,362,468
  • Leave Allowance: ₦90,831.20
  • Vehicle Loan: ₦3,633,248
  • Severance Gratuity: ₦2,724,936

5. Vice Local Government Chairmen:

  • Estimated Annual Salary: ₦5,630,169.60
  • Annual Basic Salary: ₦853,056
  • Furniture Allowance: ₦1,279,584
  • Vehicle Loan: ₦3,412,224
  • Severance Gratuity: ₦2,559,168

This breakdown outlines the various components of each position’s salary and allowances as detailed in the article.

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