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• Ikiodiete George
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Fg Legislature Salary Scale, Grade Levels & Allowances For Staff In Nigeria (2025): Official Breakdown

Ever wondered how much Nigeria’s National Assembly workers and lawmakers earn? You’re not alone! The Federal Government legislative arm, which includes the Senate and House of Representatives, has one of the most talked-about salary structures in the country.

Whether you're aiming to work as a support staff in the Assembly or just curious about how much our lawmakers pocket every month, this 2025 guide breaks it all down—clearly and in plain English.

For Support Staff: CONPSS Salary Structure

Most National Assembly staff are civil servants who follow the Consolidated Public Service Salary Structure (CONPSS), just like workers in other arms of government.

These include clerks, administrative officers, IT support, typists, drivers, and others.

Salary Table for Legislative Support Staff (2025)

Salaries increase annually by steps within each grade level.

Allowances for Legislative Support Staff

Besides their monthly salary, support staff also receive the following allowances:

• Housing/Rent Allowance
• Transport Allowance
• Meal and Utility Allowance
• Leave Bonus
• Training and Career Development Support
• Uniform or Outfit Allowance (if applicable)

These benefits ensure that even junior staff have decent take-home packages and are motivated in service.

For Lawmakers: Senators & Reps Salary Structure

Now let’s talk about the heavyweights—the lawmakers themselves. These are the Senators, House of Representatives members, Speaker, Deputy Speaker, and Senate President.

They don’t follow CONPSS. Their salary is determined by the Revenue Mobilization Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC). And guess what? It’s a juicy package.

Monthly Salary Breakdown for Lawmakers (2025)

These figures do not include non-regular allowances (one-time perks like furniture, car loan, or severance).

Non-Regular Allowances for Lawmakers

Here’s where it gets even more interesting. Lawmakers also enjoy non-monthly payments, some of which are mind-blowing:

• Furniture Allowance: ₦6 million (paid once every 4 years)
• Severance Package: ₦6 million at the end of tenure
• Vehicle Loan: ₦8 million (optional, repayable before tenure ends)
• Duty Tour Allowance
• Estacode for International Travel: $900 – $1,500 per day
• Constituency Projects: Not a salary, but budgeted separately—sometimes hundreds of millions

These additional benefits make legislative positions among the highest-paying in Nigeria’s public sector.

Summary Table: FG Legislative Salary Highlights

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Are these figures real?
Yes, they’re based on the official structure used by RMAFC and estimates from recent reviews.

Q: Do lawmakers get paid more than judges?
In many cases, yes—especially when non-regular allowances are considered.

Q: Can support staff earn up to ₦1 million/month?
Not likely, unless they’re top-level directors (GL 17) with many years of experience and full allowances.

Q: Do lawmakers pay back the car loan?
Yes, but it’s often deducted gradually throughout their tenure.

Q: Are staff promotions automatic?
Staff can move up in step yearly, and promotion to higher grade levels is based on performance and availability.

Final Thoughts

The Federal Government's legislative arm has one of the most generous compensation systems in Nigeria:

• Support staff are paid under the standard CONPSS structure with steady promotions and allowances
• Lawmakers, on the other hand, enjoy a mix of monthly salaries and high-ticket perks—from car loans to estacode

In 2025, whether you’re a civil servant in the National Assembly or one of the lawmakers themselves, working in the legislative arm guarantees competitive pay and a wealth of allowances.