1./One of the worst things about the Nigerian job market is that it’s a buyers market. Potential employees (esp. new grads) are at a disadvantage with minimal or no bargaining power.

Nigerian universities churn out graduates at the rate of knots.

2./ Available jobs across all disciplines are limited. For almost every talent, Nigeria is a buyers’ market. Employers can often pick and choose with ease.

Many employers get away with paying “slave” wages. Hiring and firing at will with little regard for contractual terms.

3./Nigerians aren’t keen to litigate. Unions/professional bodies where they exist are susceptible to compromise so reliance upon collective bargaining or minimum standards can be hit or miss.

Can these handicaps be resolved? In this COVID-19 era what will be the fate of many?