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Nigeria has been a member of the ILO since 1960 and has ratified 44 ILO Conventions. Today, the ILO provides technical and financial assistance to the country through its Decent Work Country Programme (DWCP), the National Employment Programme (NEP), and other initiatives to encourage economic development and decent work.

These efforts have been crucial in addressing the challenges of child labour and forced labour by providing essential data for informed policymaking and intervention. Additionally, the ILO supports its constituents in the country in defining and achieving their development priorities in alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

The ILO Abuja Country Office, responsible for activities in Nigeria, Ghana, Liberia, and Sierra Leone, also serves as the liaison for the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS).

Latest news and stories

How Oyefunde Bukola escaped child labour and found a future in Nigeria
A smiling young woman, Oyefunde Bukola, laughs with her hand raised slightly as she stands outdoors in her community in Ondo State, Nigeria. Lush green foliage surrounds her, and she appears relaxed and joyful.

Our impact, their story

How Oyefunde Bukola escaped child labour and found a future in Nigeria

Nigeria Moves to Expand Social Protection to Informal Economy Workers
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Nigeria Moves to Expand Social Protection to Informal Economy Workers

Projects and programmes

Strengthening Employment and Employability Systems in Nigeria (SEESIN)

Strengthening Employment and Employability Systems in Nigeria (SEESIN)

Support to Free Movement of persons and Migration in West Africa, Phase II (FMM West Africa II)

Support to Free Movement of persons and Migration in West Africa, Phase II (FMM West Africa II)

Publications

Nigeria: Leveraging social protection for inclusive climate action and a just transition

Fact sheet

Nigeria: Leveraging social protection for inclusive climate action and a just transition

Navigating Nigeria’s economic and labour market challenges: Pathways to inclusive growth and structural transformation

Policy brief

Navigating Nigeria’s economic and labour market challenges: Pathways to inclusive growth and structural transformation

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ILO Office for Nigeria, Ghana, Liberia and Sierra Leone.

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Plot 617, Diplomatic Zone , 
Central Area District 
P.M.B. 2851, Garki, 
Abuja, Nigeria

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