September 10, 2025Journal of African EconomiesOpen Access

The Gender Inequality Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic on the Nigerian Labour Market

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Analysis shows greater employment reductions for women in Nigeria, highlighting significant gender inequality.

Women faced more severe employment reductions during the COVID-19 pandemic, exacerbating gender inequality.
The study used a representative panel following adults over several months, revealing the impact on both men and women.
It emphasizes that gender inequality intersects with other inequalities, affecting marginalized women the most.
Vulnerable groups, including young women and those with children, were particularly hard hit by the pandemic's effects.

Méndez et al. (2025) studied this question.

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