EMPLOYMENT TERMINATION LAWS IN NIGERIA
The employment relationship, by definition, determined through the interaction between employer and employee, provides a basis for situations of all terminations. This relationship in itself is birthed through a contract of employment-either in writing or oral-whereto one party agrees to employ the other, the latter agreeing to his provision as an employee. While the employer […]
UNDERSTANDING THE EXPATRIATE QOUTA SYSTEM IN NIGERIA
The expatriate quota system is an important component of Nigeria’s immigration framework, put in place to regulate the flow of foreign nationals seeking gainful employment in the country. It ensures that expatriates are employed in industries requiring specialized skills while reserving opportunities for Nigerian citizens. This balances the usage of foreign expertise with the nurturing […]
TERMINATION OF EMPLOYMENT IN NIGERIA
Termination of employment is always a sensitive and relatively complex issue between employer and employee. Being an employer or employee, especially in the case of either, requires the awareness of the legal arrangement put in place for such regulation to keep you within the requirements of the law and undertake all measures for protection of […]
TOP STRATEGIES FOR MANAGING EMPLOYER-EMPLOYEE RELATIONSHIPS UNDER THE NIGERIAN LABOUR LAW
To ensure businesses operate efficiently across all sectors, including tech, banking and finance, the employer-employee relationship must be meticulously managed. In Nigeria, this relationship is primarily governed by contractual agreements, supplemented by various laws and regulations, such as the Labour Act. Although the Labour Act mainly applies to lower cadre employees and unskilled workers, it […]
KEY COMPONENTS OF EMPLOYMENT CONTRACTS IN NIGERIA
The employment contract in Nigeria is a crucial tool in employment and labour relations, serving to delineate the rights and responsibilities of the parties involved. It primarily underscores the employer’s authority to direct and oversee the employee’s work. According to section 91 of the Labour Act 2004, a contract of employment is described as “an […]