Nigerian Labour Law Resignation

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Nigerian Labour Law Section 11 outlines notice periods for resignation based on employment duration. Employees with less than five years of service typically require a two-week notice. However, employment contracts may specify different terms. Ensure compliance with your contract and seek legal advice if needed.

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notice period and the section of the act that points to it
In Nigerian labor law, the notice period is typically outlined in an employee's contract. The Labour Act, particularly Section *, provides guidance on termination and the required notice period. It states that notice must be given based on the length of employment, ranging from one day to one month. Do you need more details on this section?
yes. I am a vice principal in a school. the school is on holiday and the holiday is less than a month. I have worked less than 4 years for the school. I would like to resign now so as not to disrupt the flow of academics. is a notice of 21 days reseaonable?
Hi! In your case, Section * of the Nigerian Labour Act suggests a notice period of one month for employees who have worked for less than five years. However, if your employment contract specifies a different period, that would apply. Is your contract different from this general guideline?
I don't think so, part c of section * said * weeks for less than 5 years
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In Nigerian Labour Law, Section * does state different notice periods based on the length of service. For employees with less than five years of service, the general guideline is typically one month. However, if your contract specifies a two-week notice period, then that would be applicable. Would you like further clarification on this section or have any other questions?
*. Termination of contracts hy notice (a) (*) Either party to a contract of employment may terminate the contract on the expi~ ration of notice given by him to the other party of his intention to do so. (*) The notice to be given for the purposes of subsection (*) of this section shall be one day, where the contract has continued for a period of three months or less; (b) (c) (d) one week, where the contract had continued for more than three months but less than two years; two weeks, where the contract has continued for a period of two years but less than five years; and one month, where the contract had continued for five years or more.
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It seems Section * of the Nigerian Labour Act specifies a two-week notice period for employees who have worked between two and five years. If your employment contract doesn't specify otherwise, you should be able to resign with a two-week notice. If you need further clarification or have any more questions, feel free to ask!
why were you telling me one month?
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Hi! I apologize for the confusion earlier. It appears there was a misunderstanding regarding the application of Section *. You're correct that the Labour Act specifies a two-week notice period for your situation. Is there anything else you'd like to know about this section or your resignation process?