Document background
The Clearance Certificate From Employer is a crucial document in Nigerian employment practice that serves as formal confirmation of the successful conclusion of an employment relationship. It is typically issued when an employee leaves an organization through resignation, retirement, or other forms of employment termination. The document is required under various Nigerian labor regulations and best practices, particularly in compliance with the Labour Act Cap L1, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria 2004. The certificate confirms that all company property has been returned, financial obligations have been settled, and all handover procedures have been completed satisfactorily. It protects both the employer and employee by documenting that all employment-related obligations have been fulfilled, preventing future disputes, and facilitating the employee's transition to new employment opportunities.
