The CONHESS salary structure in 2026 covers eligible health workers in Nigeria’s federal public service, including nurses, pharmacists, medical laboratory scientists, radiographers and physiotherapists. CONHESS means Consolidated Health Salary Structure and runs from CONHESS 01 to CONHESS 15.
The current federal CONHESS salary structure follows the National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission (NSIWC) circular issued on 30 September 2024, with implementation from 29 July 2024. Federal recruitment records provide salary ranges for several grades, while the applicable amount depends on the grade, step, qualification and appointment. For comparison, see our guide to the NDLEA salary structure.
CONHESS Salary Scale by Grade
Federal recruitment records provide the following salary ranges for specified CONHESS positions:
| CONHESS Grade | Annual Salary Range |
| CONHESS 05 | ₦1,082,063–₦1,349,620 |
| CONHESS 06 | ₦1,439,506–₦1,931,017 |
| CONHESS 07 | ₦1,871,883–₦2,533,504 |
| CONHESS 09 | ₦2,388,908–₦3,238,831 |
These figures represent annual salary ranges attached to specified federal positions. They do not represent take-home pay.
CONHESS Salary Structure 2026
The CONHESS salary structure places eligible health workers on grades and steps according to their positions and qualifications. The structure covers health professions outside the medical and dental cadres paid under CONMESS.
The NSIWC issued the current federal CONHESS circular after the implementation of the new national minimum wage. The circular took effect from 29 July 2024, while the NSIWC issued it on 30 September 2024.
The NSIWC’s current salary-structure records continue to list the 2024 CONHESS circular as the federal reference.
CONHESS 07 Salary
The CONHESS 07 salary ranges from ₦1,871,883 to ₦2,533,504 per year in federal recruitment records.
That equals approximately ₦155,990 to ₦211,125 per month when the annual figures are divided by 12.
The monthly calculation gives an annual-to-monthly equivalent and does not account for deductions or allowances.
CONHESS 09 Salary
The CONHESS 09 salary ranges from ₦2,388,908 to ₦3,238,831 per year in federal recruitment records.
That equals approximately ₦199,076 to ₦269,903 per month when the annual salary is divided by 12.
The monthly calculation does not represent an employee’s final take-home pay.
CONHESS 08 Salary
The CONHESS 08 salary depends on the applicable step and position.
Federal recruitment notices should determine the salary attached to a specific CONHESS 08 appointment because online salary websites publish different figures for the grade.
CONHESS 05 and CONHESS 06 Salary
The CONHESS 05 salary ranges from ₦1,082,063 to ₦1,349,620 per year in federal recruitment records.
The CONHESS 06 salary ranges from ₦1,439,506 to ₦1,931,017 per year.
The applicable step determines the exact salary within each grade.
CONHESS Salary for Nurses
The CONHESS salary for nurses depends on qualification, rank, grade, step and employer.
Nurses in eligible federal health institutions can occupy different CONHESS grades. The applicable salary therefore depends on the position attached to the appointment.
Federal recruitment notices provide the salary attached to specific nursing positions.
CONHESS Salary for Other Health Workers
CONHESS covers eligible pharmacists and allied health professionals in the public service.
These include:
- Nurses and midwives
- Pharmacists
- Medical laboratory scientists
- Medical laboratory technicians
- Physiotherapists
- Radiographers
- Health records professionals
- Dental health professionals
- Pharmacy technicians
- Eligible psychology professionals
- Community health professionals
The profession alone does not determine the salary. The appointment grade and applicable step determine the rate.
How Many Levels Are in CONHESS?
The CONHESS salary scale has 15 grade levels, from CONHESS 01 to CONHESS 15.
The applicable grade depends on the profession, qualification, position and government establishment.
CONHESS Allowances
CONHESS employees can receive allowances in addition to their salary where the applicable government rules provide for them.
The applicable allowances depend on the employee’s profession, duties, posting and conditions of service.
Health-sector allowances can cover professional duties, shift work, call duties, rural postings and other approved duties.
The relevant government circular determines the rate and eligibility for each allowance.
CONHESS Basic Salary vs Take-Home Pay
A CONHESS salary figure does not automatically equal an employee’s take-home pay.
Pension contributions, tax and other authorised deductions can affect the amount an employee receives.
Applicable allowances can also affect total earnings.
CONHESS vs CONMESS
| Feature | CONHESS | CONMESS |
| Full name | Consolidated Health Salary Structure | Consolidated Medical Salary Structure |
| Main coverage | Eligible health professionals | Medical and dental practitioners |
| Nurses | Yes | No |
| Pharmacists | Yes | No |
| Medical laboratory scientists | Yes | No |
| Physiotherapists | Yes | No |
| Medical doctors | No | Yes |
| Dental practitioners | No | Yes |
The NSIWC maintains CONHESS and CONMESS as separate federal salary structures.
Federal CONHESS vs State CONHESS
Federal and state employers do not necessarily pay identical CONHESS rates.
The Federal Government applies its salary framework to eligible federal employees, while state governments determine how they implement CONHESS for their own workers.
Anambra State approved full implementation of the 2024 CONHESS for specified health workers in 2025.
Latest CONHESS Salary Review 2026
The latest CONHESS salary update 2026 concerns discussions over a further salary review rather than a new federal CONHESS salary table.
JOHESU requested an adjustment to CONHESS, while the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare said the NSIWC was conducting a job evaluation exercise before further salary-adjustment discussions.
The 2024 federal CONHESS implementation therefore remains separate from the proposed 2026 review.
CONHESS Salary and the National Minimum Wage
The CONHESS salary structure and the national minimum wage serve different purposes.
The national minimum wage establishes the statutory minimum pay under Nigerian law, while CONHESS assigns salary grades and steps to eligible health-sector positions.
The NSIWC issued the current CONHESS circular as part of the Federal Government’s implementation of the new national minimum wage.
FAQs: CONHESS Salary Structure
What does CONHESS mean?
CONHESS means Consolidated Health Salary Structure.
What is the CONHESS 07 salary?
Federal recruitment records give CONHESS 07 an annual salary range of ₦1,871,883 to ₦2,533,504 for specified positions.
What is the CONHESS 09 salary?
Federal recruitment records give CONHESS 09 an annual salary range of ₦2,388,908 to ₦3,238,831 for specified positions.
Do nurses use CONHESS?
Yes. Eligible nurses in government health institutions can receive salaries under CONHESS.
Do pharmacists use CONHESS?
Yes. Eligible pharmacists in government health institutions can receive salaries under CONHESS.
Do medical laboratory scientists use CONHESS?
Yes. Eligible medical laboratory scientists in covered government institutions can receive salaries under CONHESS.
Is CONHESS for doctors?
No. Medical doctors and dental practitioners fall under CONMESS.
Is there a new CONHESS salary structure for 2026?
The NSIWC’s current records list the 30 September 2024 CONHESS circular as the federal CONHESS implementation. Discussions over another adjustment continued in 2026.
Will CONHESS salary increase in 2026?
The Federal Government and health-sector unions discussed a further CONHESS adjustment in 2026. The NSIWC job evaluation exercise preceded further salary-adjustment discussions.
Are CONHESS salaries paid monthly?
Employees receive salaries through the applicable monthly payroll system, although official salary tables can state annual rates.
Does CONHESS include allowances?
Eligible workers can receive applicable allowances based on their profession, duties, posting and conditions of service.
