Federal Government Salary Scale 2025: Monthly Net Salaries Of Ministries, Departments, & Agencies In Nigeria

The Nigerian federal government has revised its salary structures for civil servants across various Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to reflect the newly approved ₦70,000 minimum wage. This new salary structure took effect from July 29, 2024, and significantly impacts the pay of federal workers across different consolidated salary schemes.

Below is a comprehensive breakdown of the Federal Government Salary Scale in 2025, including monthly take-home pay under key schemes like CONPSS, CONHESS, CONMESS, and others.

1. Consolidated Public Service Salary Structure (CONPSS)

This structure applies to civil servants working in core ministries and administrative agencies.

Average Salary: ₦273,976/month (excluding allowances)

Allowances Included: Housing, transport, leave grant, and hazard (where applicable).

2. Consolidated Health Salary Structure (CONHESS)

CONHESS covers non-doctor health workers such as nurses, lab scientists, physiotherapists, and others.

• Entry-Level (CONHESS 07): ₦165,000 – ₦220,000/month

• Mid-Level (CONHESS 09-12): ₦250,000 – ₦400,000/month

• Senior Staff (CONHESS 13+): ₦500,000 and above

Other Benefits: Shift allowances, on-call duty pay, medical risk allowances.

3. Consolidated Medical Salary Structure (CONMESS)

This applies to medical doctors, dentists, and consultants in federal hospitals and teaching institutions.

• Intern Doctors: ₦190,000 – ₦210,000/month

• Resident Doctors: ₦280,000 – ₦400,000/month

• Consultants: ₦550,000 – ₦900,000/month

Extra Benefits: Hazard allowance, professional allowances, and call duty allowances.

4. Consolidated Universities Academic Salary Structure (CONUASS)

Designed for lecturers and academic staff in public universities.

• Graduate Assistant (CONUASS 1): ₦160,000 – ₦180,000/month

• Lecturer II/III (CONUASS 2-3): ₦200,000 – ₦300,000/month

• Senior Lecturer to Professor: ₦400,000 – ₦900,000/month

Allowances: Academic allowances, publication grants, sabbatical leave, and responsibility allowance.

5. Consolidated Tertiary Institutions Salary Structure (CONTEDISS)

Applies to non-academic staff in polytechnics and colleges of education.

• Entry-Level: ₦130,000 – ₦170,000/month

• Senior Admin Staff: ₦250,000 – ₦450,000/month

6. Consolidated Para-Military Salary Structure (CONPASS)

Used by paramilitary agencies such as Immigration, Customs, Civil Defence, and Prisons (now Correctional Service).

• Assistant Cadre: ₦70,000 – ₦100,000/month

• Inspectorate Cadre: ₦110,000 – ₦150,000/month

• Superintendent Cadre: ₦180,000 – ₦300,000/month

Benefits: Uniform allowance, housing, risk allowance, and promotion bonuses.

7. Consolidated Armed Forces Salary Structure (CONAFSS)

Applies to officers in the Army, Navy, and Air Force.

• Private/Soldier: ₦80,000 – ₦100,000/month

• Lieutenant – Major: ₦180,000 – ₦400,000/month

• Colonel and Above: ₦500,000 – ₦1,000,000/month

8. Consolidated Police Salary Structure (CONPOSS)

Used by the Nigeria Police Force for its ranking personnel.

• Constable: ₦70,000 – ₦95,000/month

• Inspector: ₦120,000 – ₦180,000/month

• Assistant Superintendent (ASP): ₦200,000 – ₦300,000/month

• Commissioner of Police: ₦500,000 – ₦900,000/month

9. Consolidated Intelligence Community Salary Structure (CONICSS)

Applies to staff in the Department of State Services (DSS), National Intelligence Agency (NIA), and similar agencies.

• Junior Cadre: ₦120,000 – ₦180,000/month

• Senior Cadre: ₦300,000 – ₦600,000/month

10. Other Special Salary Structures

Some agencies operate unique salary structures, such as:

• FIRS Salary Scale

• CBN and NDIC Salary Packages

• NNPC Pay System

  These tend to offer salaries significantly above average, often combined with performance-based bonuses and expatriate-level perks.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Has the new ₦70,000 minimum wage been fully implemented?

Yes. As of mid-2024, the Federal Government has revised all grade levels and structures in compliance with the ₦70,000 minimum wage law.

2. Do all federal workers earn the same salary?

No. Salaries vary based on the salary structure applicable to their agency, job role, and grade level.

3. Are allowances included in the monthly net salary?

Some salary figures above include only the basic pay. Additional allowances such as transport, housing, medical, and hazard are usually calculated separately.

4. Which agency offers the highest entry-level salary?

Organizations like NNPC, CBN, and NIMASA offer the highest starting salaries, often exceeding ₦200,000/month.

5. Where can I get the official salary circulars?

You can visit the National Salaries, Incomes, and Wages Commission (NSIWC) for updated salary circulars and breakdowns.

Conclusion

The updated Federal Government Salary Scale for 2025 shows significant improvements aimed at cushioning the effects of inflation and improving the welfare of public servants. Whether you're working in health, education, security, or administration, the revised structures offer more transparency, better pay, and room for career growth.

For aspiring job seekers and civil servants, staying informed on your salary structure is key to making smart financial and career decisions.