Political Science Salary in Nigeria

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What is Political Science?

I could just go ahead defining what political science entails, but, just to ensure you get a firm grasp of the concept, I would digress a bit.

In every organization, there is an air of politics. For instance, in the church, school, or any known organization, there are political activities.

A good question to ask is 'what does politics mean?'. Politics simply entails power within a group or organization. The fact there is a leader or someone who is in charge of an organization means that there is the presence of politics.

Power is a strong influencing factor on the behaviors of those who exercise it and the group or organization under the subject to its influence.

Power can lead to a lot of intricacies or complications. There are even many more complications when it concerns a whole nation.

There is, therefore, an urgent need to study politics.

Political science is, therefore, the study of politics and government. The relevance of the study of politics and government is innumerable but it is done to the ultimate end to ensure the smooth running of governmental activities and the betterment of a body such as a nation.

The study of political science has therefore led to diverse employment opportunities. Through this, you would be able to have a glance at how much,  political scientists earn in Nigeria.

Major factors that Influence Political Science Salary in Nigeria

Political science salary in Nigeria is influenced by various factors. Among these factors includes;

1.     Place of Employment

2.     Educational qualification

3.     Years of Experience

Political Science Salary in Nigeria According to their Place of Employments

The salary of political scientists in Nigeria is significantly influenced by their place of employment.

Some employment opportunities available for political scientists include;

·        Political parties

·        Government agencies

·        Marketing departments in private firms

·        Law firms

·        Media

·        Banks

·        Tertiary institution

·        Secondary school

See below summary data of political scientists salaries in Nigeria according to their place of employment.

Place of Employment	Monthly Political Scientists’ Salaries	Annual Political Scientists’ Salaries
Political parties	-	-
Government agencies	N80, 000 to N300, 000	N960, 000 to N3, 600, 000
Marketing Department (private firms)	N70, 000 to N250, 000	N840, 000 to N3, 000, 000
Law firms	N50, 000 to N250, 000	N600, 000 to N3, 000, 000
Media	N80, 000 to N300, 000	N960, 000 to N3, 600, 000
Banks	N70, 000 to N200, 000	N840, 000 to N2, 400, 000
Tertiary institutions	N80, 000 to N500, 000	N960, 000 to N6, 000, 000
Secondary schools	N30, 000 to N80, 000	N360, 000 to N960, 000

Political Scientists Salary in Nigeria according to Educational Qualification

See summary data of political science salary in Nigeria according to educational qualification                                                                                                                            

Educational Qualifications	Monthly Political Scientist Salary	Annual Political Scientist Salary
Fresh Graduates	N50, 000 to N80, 000	N600, 000 to N960, 000
Master’s Degree Holders	N100, 000 to N150, 000	N1, 200, 000 to N1, 800, 000
Ph.D. Holders	N200, 000 to N500, 000	N2, 400, 000 to N6, 000, 000

Political Science Salary in Nigeria According to Experience

Political scientists’ salaries in Nigeria are also influenced by their years of experience.

See summary data below of political scientists’ salaries in Nigeria according to their years of experience

Years of Experience	Low end Salary	High End Salary
<5	N50, 000	N80, 000
<10	N80, 000	N200, 000
>10	N180, 000	N500, 000

Top Industries |Place of Employment for Political Scientists in Nigeria for High Salary

1.     Government agencies

2.     Private firms

3.     Tertiary institutions

4.     Law firms

Qualities Required of a Political Scientist in Nigeria

The following qualities are required to become a successful political scientist in Nigeria;

·        Strong presentation skill

·        Excellent communication skill

·        Good leadership skill

·        Must be a visionary

·        Good research skill

·        Team working skill