Unemployment in Nigeria
The unemployment rate in Nigeria averaged 4.4% in the decade to 2024, above the 25.4% average for Sub-Saharan Africa. The unemployment rate in Nigeria was 3.0% in 2024. For more information on unemployment, visit our dedicated page.
Nigeria Unemployment Chart
Note: This chart displays Unemployment Rate for Nigeria from 2014 to 2024.
Source: Macrobond.
Nigeria Unemployment Data
| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment (% of active population, aop) | 5.7 | 5.5 | 3.8 | 3.1 | 3.0 |
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