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Ikiodiete George
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Sg Legislature Salary Scale, Grade Levels & Allowances For Staff In Nigeria (2025): Official Figures
Curious about what it pays to work in a state legislature—either as a civil servant or a lawmaker? Here’s your full guide for 2025. From local clerical officers to Senators and Speaker positions, this breakdown shows how much staff take home and what extra perks come with the job.
Support Staff: Civil Service Grade Levels (CONPSS)
State assembly civil servants—clerks, drivers, stenographers, and administrative aides—follow the standard CONPSS pay scale.
Monthly Pay by Grade Level
|
Grade Level (GL) |
Monthly Salary Range (₦) |
Typical Roles |
|
GL 01 – 03 |
₦70,000 – ₦120,000 |
Office chairs, cleaners, drivers |
|
GL 04 – 06 |
₦120,000 – ₦180,000 |
Clerks, typists, junior aides |
|
GL 07 – 10 |
₦180,000 – ₦300,000 |
Executive officers, secretaries |
|
GL 11 – 14 |
₦300,000 – ₦500,000 |
Senior officers, supervisory staff |
|
GL 15 – 17 |
₦500,000 – ₦800,000+ |
Directors, principal officers |
Each year, staff usually move up one “step” within their grade, increasing their salary—no promotion needed.
Lawmakers: Salary & Monthly Allowances
Members of the State House of Assembly—including the Speaker, Deputy Speaker, and other members—receive a higher pay structure with generous allowances.
Monthly Salary Ranges
|
Position |
Basic Salary (₦) |
Regular Allowances (₦) |
Total Monthly (₦) |
|
Member of Assembly |
~₦120,000 |
~₦400,000 – ₦500,000 |
~₦520,000 – ₦620,000 |
|
Speaker |
~₦150,000 |
~₦500,000 – ₦600,000 |
~₦650,000 – ₦750,000 |
|
Deputy Speaker |
~₦135,000 |
~₦450,000 – ₦550,000 |
~₦585,000 – ₦685,000 |
Regular allowances include housing, transport, constituency, and domestic staff.
One-Off & Non-Regular Allowances for Lawmakers
Lawmaker perks aren’t limited to monthly stipends—they often include:
- Furniture allowance: ₦5 million (paid per term)
- Vehicle loan: ₦7 million (repayable before term ends)
- Gratuity/severance package: ₦5 million at end of service
- Overseas travel cone (estacode) & duty tour allowances
- Constituency project funding (allocated, not personal income)
These benefits make legislative roles highly sought after in state politics.
Total Income Overview by Role
|
Role Category |
Monthly Salary (₦) |
Estimated Total Pay (₦) |
|
GL 01 – 03 (Support Staff) |
₦70,000 – ₦120,000 |
₦90,000 – ₦150,000 (with allowances) |
|
GL 04 – 06 (Junior Staff) |
₦120,000 – ₦180,000 |
₦150,000 – ₦240,000 |
|
GL 07 – 10 (Mid-Level Support) |
₦180,000 – ₦300,000 |
₦220,000 – ₦360,000+ |
|
GL 11 – 14 (Senior Support) |
₦300,000 – ₦500,000 |
₦360,000 – ₦600,000+ |
|
GL 15 – 17 (Top Support) |
₦500,000 – ₦800,000+ |
₦600,000 – ₦960,000+ |
|
Member of Assembly |
~₦520,000 – ₦620,000 |
~₦520,000 – ₦620,000 |
|
Deputy Speaker |
~₦585,000 – ₦685,000 |
~₦585,000 – ₦685,000 |
|
Speaker |
~₦650,000 – ₦750,000 |
~₦650,000 – ₦750,000 |
State hangs on exact figures, but these ranges are widely accepted and realistic for 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do all states pay the same?
Not exactly. Some states with strong revenue may offer higher allowances, but pay bands remain close.
Q: How do support staff get promoted?
They move up via standard steps annually, and promotions happen through exams, availability, and performance.
Q: Are furniture and car allowances taxable?
These one-off perks are often non-taxable, but check your state's tax rules.
Q: Do lawmakers repay vehicle loans?
Yes—usually over time before their tenure ends, often via salary deductions.
Final Thoughts
In 2025, the state legislative payroll offers:
- Support staff: ₦90k to ₦960k+ including allowances
- Lawmakers: ₦520k to ₦750k+ monthly with one-off benefits
Working in your state legislature offers both stable employment (for support staff) and high earnings with perks (for lawmakers). It’s among the most financially rewarding roles in state governance.
