CONHESS 12 Salary 2027: Step 1, Step 2 & Top-Step Monthly Pay
CONHESS 12 pays ₦306,344 a month at Step 1 and ₦313,374 at Step 2, rising to ₦376,644 at the top step (basic salary, NSIWC scale effective 29 July 2024). Every step, who is on CONHESS 12, and the grades either side.
By Dr. Jethro Magaji
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CONHESS 12 Step 1 pays ₦306,344 a month in basic salary, Step 2 ₦313,374, and the top step (Step 11) ₦376,644. CONHESS 12 is the chief grade, including Chief Nursing Officers, and the top of the scale for most clinical staff; the grades above it are management and director roles.
Source: the CONHESS table in NSIWC circular SWC.04/T/210 of 23 September 2024 (effective 29 July 2024), annual figures divided by 12 and rounded to the naira. The circular is on nsiwc.gov.ng; our CONHESS salary structure guide has every grade. Allowances (shift, call duty, hazard, specialist) are paid on top of these basic figures, and deductions come off them. Last checked: 25 September 2026.
CONHESS 12 salary per month, by step
| Step | Monthly basic | Annual basic (circular) |
|---|---|---|
| Step 1 | ₦306,344 | ₦3,676,126 |
| Step 2 | ₦313,374 | ₦3,760,486 |
| Step 3 | ₦320,404 | ₦3,844,846 |
| Step 4 | ₦327,434 | ₦3,929,206 |
| Step 5 | ₦334,464 | ₦4,013,566 |
| Step 6 | ₦341,494 | ₦4,097,925 |
| Step 7 | ₦348,524 | ₦4,182,285 |
| Step 8 | ₦355,554 | ₦4,266,645 |
| Step 9 | ₦362,584 | ₦4,351,005 |
| Step 10 | ₦369,614 | ₦4,435,365 |
| Step 11 (top) | ₦376,644 | ₦4,519,725 |
All 11 steps of CONHESS 12, from NSIWC circular SWC.04/T/210. Monthly = annual ÷ 12, rounded to the naira. You move up one step with each year of service, and to a new grade on promotion.
Where CONHESS 12 sits on the scale
| Grade | Step 1 | Top step | Who's usually here |
|---|---|---|---|
| CONHESS 11 | ₦264,310 | ₦314,755 | Assistant chief |
| CONHESS 12 | ₦306,344 | ₦376,644 | Chief Nursing Officer / Chief |
| CONHESS 13 | ₦360,706 | ₦437,150 | Assistant director |
Promotion from CONHESS 12 to CONHESS 13 raises Step 1 basic pay by about ₦54,362 a month (18%).
Who is on CONHESS 12?
CONHESS 12 is the chief grade, including Chief Nursing Officers, and the top of the scale for most clinical staff; the grades above it are management and director roles. Your exact placement depends on your qualification, profession and employer. See the guide for your profession:
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For every health profession side by side, see Healthcare Salaries in Nigeria 2027: Every Cadre Compared.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is CONHESS 12 Step 1 salary per month?
₦306,344 a month in basic salary (₦3,676,126 a year), before allowances and deductions.
How much is CONHESS 12 Step 2 salary per month?
₦313,374 a month in basic salary (₦3,760,486 a year), before allowances and deductions.
What is the highest step on CONHESS 12?
CONHESS 12 has 11 steps. Step 11, the top step, pays ₦376,644 a month in basic salary (₦4,519,725 a year).
Are these the official CONHESS 12 figures?
Yes. They are the annual figures for CONHESS 12 in NSIWC circular SWC.04/T/210 of 23 September 2024 (the scale effective 29 July 2024), divided by 12 and rounded to the naira. Allowances are paid on top, so your payslip will differ from the basic figure.
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