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From ₦50,000 per month. Salary range: ₦50,000 – ₦130,000.
What Does a Driver in Ibadan Do?
A household driver handles school runs, errands, airport pickups, and general family transportation needs.
School runs, errands, airport pickups, general driving, vehicle maintenance, and ensuring passenger safety.
Hiring a Driver in Ibadan
Families in Ibadan need drivers who know the routes from Bodija to the city centre and beyond. Roads are generally less congested than Lagos, so live-out arrangements are more practical, especially within the city centre Ibadan has a large population of retirees and university lecturers who need steady, long-term domestic staff for quiet, spacious homes From airport runs to school pickups, a local driver saves time and stress.
Why Families in Ibadan Choose Maids.ng
Trusted Local Service in Ibadan
In Ibadan, In Bodija and Jericho GRA, we place staff for university professors and retired civil servants who value discretion and long tenure. Around Challenge and Ring Road, staff need to navigate busy market areas and manage shopping at Dugbe Market. Drivers familiar with routes through Bodija, Ring Road, Moniya and to Mapo Hall are in high demand. Roads are generally less congested than Lagos, so live-out arrangements are more practical, especially within the city centre Ibadan has a large population of retirees and university lecturers who need steady, long-term domestic staff for quiet, spacious homes
- We serve homes in Bodija, Ring Road, Moniya and Bodija GRA, Jericho GRA, Moniya Estate
- Every Driver is NIN-verified and reference-checked before placement
- We understand older, spacious family compounds in traditional areas and newer bungalows in Bodija and Jericho GRA
Driver Salary in Ibadan (2025)
Salary ranges depend on experience, duties, and whether the position is live-in or live-out. Below are current market rates for Ibadan.
| Employment Type | Monthly Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Full-time (Live-in) | ₦50,000 – ₦91,000 |
| Full-time (Live-out) | ₦55,000 – ₦130,000 |
| Part-time | ₦25,000 – ₦40,000 |
Salary ranges reflect market rates in Ibadan as of 2025. Exact pay depends on experience, duties, and working hours.
How to Find a Driver in Ibadan with Maids.ng
- Take the 5-minute quiz — Tell us what kind of help you need, your schedule, location, and budget.
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- Pay the matching fee — ₦5,000 one-time fee, covered by our 10-day guarantee.
- Connect and hire — Get the Driver's contact details and arrange a start date.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Driver in Ibadan
How much does a driver cost in Ibadan?
Driver salaries in Ibadan range from ₦55,000 to ₦140,000 per month.
Lower cost of living than Lagos or Abuja means salaries are moderate, but demand is rising among university staff and retirees. In Ibadan, drivers familiar with routes in Bodija, Ring Road, Moniya and to Mapo Hall earn at the higher end. Roads are generally less congested than Lagos, so live-out arrangements are more practical, especially within the city centre. Drivers who also perform basic vehicle maintenance may negotiate premiums.
Do drivers on Maids.ng in Ibadan have valid licences?
Yes. All drivers must present a valid Nigerian driver's licence and at least 3 years of driving experience.
Maids.ng verifies that every driver has a valid Nigerian driver's licence. For Ibadan placements, we additionally check familiarity with local routes — from Bodija, Ring Road, Moniya to the city centre and to Ogbomoso, Oyo Town, Eruwa. If you need an airport-run driver, specify whether they must know the route to the nearest airport.
Can a driver in Ibadan do school runs and errands?
Yes. Most drivers handle school runs, market trips, and family errands as part of their daily duties.
In Ibadan, Roads are generally less congested than Lagos, so live-out arrangements are more practical, especially within the city centre. Families in Bodija, Ring Road, Moniya typically require drivers who can navigate school routes during morning rush and handle grocery runs to markets near Mapo Hall. Specify your daily route requirements during the quiz.
Is it better to hire a live-in or live-out driver in Ibadan?
Roads are generally less congested than Lagos, so live-out arrangements are more practical, especially within the city centre. Live-in drivers are ideal if you need early-morning airport runs or late-night pickups.
Ibadan has a large population of retirees and university lecturers who need steady, long-term domestic staff for quiet, spacious homes In Ibadan, Roads are generally less congested than Lagos, so live-out arrangements are more practical, especially within the city centre. For families in Bodija, Ring Road, Moniya who need 6am school runs or late airport pickups, live-in drivers are more reliable. Live-out works if your schedule is fixed and you live near major roads.
What vehicle types do drivers in Ibadan typically operate?
Most drivers handle sedans, SUVs, and minibuses. Specify your vehicle type during matching.
In Ibadan, drivers are experienced with the common vehicle types on local roads — from compact sedans for city driving to SUVs for Ogbomoso, Oyo Town, Eruwa trips. Families in Bodija, Ring Road, Moniya with multiple vehicles often hire drivers who can switch between manual and automatic. Specify your vehicle make and transmission during the quiz.
About This Information
This hiring and salary guide is prepared by the Maids.ng team based on:
- Live platform data from employer-maid matches on Maids.ng
- Market research conducted across Lagos, Abuja, and Port Harcourt (2025)
- Salary data reported by domestic workers and employers on our platform
All pricing figures reflect market conditions as of May 2025. We update this guide quarterly.
Service Area: Ibadan and Surrounding Areas
We serve Ibadan metropolis and nearby towns like Ogbomoso and Oyo. Families in Moniya and Samonda are matched with staff comfortable with semi-urban household management. We also place Drivers with families in Ogbomoso, Oyo Town, Eruwa. If you live in those areas, we match you with staff willing to commute or live in. Roads are generally less congested than Lagos, so live-out arrangements are more practical, especially within the city centre
- Primary service areas: Ogbomoso, Oyo Town, Eruwa, Moniya
- Roads are generally less congested than Lagos, so live-out arrangements are more practical, especially within the city centre
- Request a match from any neighborhood in Ibadan and we will connect you with verified staff familiar with the area.
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