Unemployment in Nigeria
The unemployment rate in Nigeria averaged 11.3% in the decade to 2018, below the 17.3% average for Sub-Saharan Africa. The unemployment rate in 2018 was 22.6%. For more unemployment information, visit our dedicated page.
Nigeria Unemployment Chart
Note: This chart displays Unemployment Rate for Nigeria from 2014 to 2023.
Source: Macrobond.
Nigeria Unemployment Data
| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment (% of active population, aop) | 5.7 | 5.5 | 3.8 | 3.1 | - |