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Nigerian Police Entry Level Salary And Allowance Structure 2025: Official Pay Per Month

With the recent approval of the new ₦70,000 minimum wage in Nigeria, many sectors of the public workforce are seeing a review in salary structures—including the Nigerian Police Force (NPF). As of 2025, the federal government has adjusted salaries to align with this minimum wage, ensuring that no government worker earns below the new benchmark.

In this post, we’ll focus on the entry-level salary and allowance structure for Nigerian police officers in 2025, updated to reflect the ₦70,000 minimum wage policy.

 

Revised Entry-Level Salary: Police Constable Pay Per Month (2025)

A Police Constable is the lowest rank in the Nigerian Police Force after recruitment and training. Previously, some constables earned below the ₦40,000 mark. However, with the new wage law, the police salary structure has been adjusted accordingly.

Here’s what entry-level officers earn now:

Rank

Old Salary (₦)

Updated Salary (₦)

Police Recruit

₦9,019.42

₦70,000 (Minimum wage floor)

Police Constable (GL 03)

₦43,293.83

₦74,000 – ₦80,000

Police Constable (GL 10)

₦51,113.59

₦85,000 – ₦90,000

The Nigerian government ensures that no officer earns less than the new national minimum wage. As such, recruits who are in training or probation are now entitled to ₦70,000 at the very least.

 

Other Entry-Level Ranks & New Salaries

Rank

Updated Monthly Salary (₦)

Police Corporal (GL 04)

₦85,000 – ₦95,000

Police Sergeant (GL 05)

₦95,000 – ₦105,000

Sergeant Major (GL 06)

₦110,000 – ₦120,000

Cadet Inspector (GL 07)

₦125,000 – ₦145,000

These updates reflect estimated adjustments that align with the wage increase, with official confirmation expected from the National Salaries, Incomes & Wages Commission (NSIWC).

 

Allowances for Police Officers (2025)

In addition to their base salaries, police officers also earn several allowances, such as:

  • Housing Allowance
  • Hazard Allowance
  • Uniform Allowance
  • Transport Allowance
  • Shift Duty Bonus
  • Meal Subsidy

For officers serving in risky or rural areas, hazard allowances may be higher. These benefits can significantly increase monthly take-home pay by ₦20,000 to ₦50,000 depending on rank and duty post.

 

FAQs – Police Entry-Level Pay in 2025

Q1: What is the new salary of a Police Constable after the minimum wage increase?
A Police Constable now earns between ₦74,000 and ₦90,000 monthly, depending on grade level.

Q2: Do Nigerian police recruits now earn ₦70,000?
Yes. Recruits now earn ₦70,000, in line with the national minimum wage.

Q3: Are allowances included in the ₦70,000 salary?
No. ₦70,000 is the base salary; allowances are paid separately and vary.

Q4: Is there room for promotion and higher pay?
Yes. With experience, exams, and performance, officers can be promoted, increasing salary and allowances.

 

Conclusion

The Nigerian Police Force's salary structure in 2025 reflects the government’s commitment to improving the welfare of its officers, starting from the entry level. With the new ₦70,000 minimum wage, police recruits and constables now earn better pay, plus allowances that provide additional financial relief.

If you're interested in joining the NPF, rest assured the job now offers more competitive compensation than before—especially at the start of your career.

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