Frequently asked questions on Landlord and Tenant Issues
Question:
Can a Landlord force a tenant to leave?
Answer:
While some Landlords forcefully evict tenants, it is the wrong way of eviction. A tenant who has been forcefully evicted has the right to seek legal redress
Question:
What does the law say about quit notice?
Answer:
The law says that where there is no stipulation as to the notice to be given by either party to determine the tenancy, the following shall apply-
(1) a week’s notice for a tenant at will;
one (1) month’s notice for a monthly tenant; three (3) months notice for a quarterly tenant;
three (3) months notice for a half-yearly tenant; and
six months notice for a yearly tenant
Question:
What is the minimum quit notice time?
Answer:
The length of notice depends on the duration of the tenancy.
(1) a week’s notice for a tenant at will;
one (1) month’s notice for a monthly tenant; three (3) months notice for a quarterly tenant;
three (3) months notice for a half-yearly tenant; and
six months notice for a yearly tenant
Question:
How do I evict a stubborn tenant?
Answer:
Serve the appropriate notice
1) a week’s notice for a tenant at will;
one (1) month’s notice for a monthly tenant; three (3) months notice for a quarterly tenant;
three (3) months notice for a half-yearly tenant; and
six months notice for a yearly tenant
At the expiration of the notice, if the tenant refuses to move out, Serve him a 7 days notice of Owners intention to recover possession.
If he fails to vacate the premises at the expiration of the 7 days then proceed to file a claim in court.
Question:
Can a tenant sue a Landlord in Nigeria?
Answer:
Yes a tenant can sue a Landlord if the landlord has infringed on the right of the tenant.
Question:
How do I evict a tenant in Nigeria?
Answer:
To evict a tenant, the law requires that you serve the appropraite notices and file a claim in court if the tenant refuses to vacate, then obtain judgement to evict the tenant
Question:
What a Landlord cannot do?
Answer:
This depends on your tenancy agreement but there are basic things a Landlord should not do such as
Enter without proper notice.
Unlawfully evict tenants.
Unjustifiably raise the rent.
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