Despite the availability of thousands of job vacancies in Lagos, a significant skills gap is leaving many jobseekers unemployed, hindering economic growth.
Lagos, Nigeria’s economic powerhouse, sees thousands of individuals entering the labor market each month, hoping to secure positions in the bustling city.
However, a growing disconnect between available jobs and the skillsets of jobseekers continues to plague the workforce.
This widening skills gap threatens not only the state’s economic productivity but also its social stability and long-term growth prospects.
The Lagos Economic Development Update (2025) highlights a paradox in the labor market. On average, monthly labor demand stands at 2,837 job vacancies, while the supply includes 3,318 jobseekers.
However, 816 jobseekers (26%) lack both education and experience, effectively reducing the pool of employable candidates to 2,502 individuals. According to the LEDU report, while jobseekers flood the market, employers struggle to…
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