Shocking of a Nigerian Tenant Rent increase There has been a heated response on social media, highlighting concerns over unfair housing practices in the country.
TenantIdentified as @daniels_osi on X (formerly Twitter), he shared his ordeal after his landlady raised the rent of his self-contained apartment. N200,000 to N350,000Close to 100% increase with less than a month's notice.
Expressing his frustration, @daniels_osi questioned the legality of the sudden hike and asked for help. Legal experts.
He wrote, “Is this even legal? I woke up to a rent increase notice from 200k to 350k for rent due in December. Almost 100% increase on self with less than a month's notice. Please retweet me Help me and tag one of your lawyers, this woman wants to rip us off.”
The post quickly gained attention, with many netizens sympathizing with the tenant and calling the landlord's actions exploitative.
Reaction after almost 100% rent increase
Uncle Dennis 101 wrote: “People in the comment section are saying drag it or leave it. Don't take them for granted. It's hard to find a nice apartment that you're comfortable in. I'd say you're in the middle of owning your own.” Meet the house and try to settle things amicably with him.
Real Figueroa Added: “If your last payment was a year's payment. You still have up to 6 months to quit. By law you can get up to 6 months notice to quit.”
broke down Noted: “Maybe they went for a general meeting, because that's exactly my case. 100% raise with less than two months notice SMH. I don't move sha.”
Come on Added: “I feel your concern. Otherwise, my landlord has also donned me twice in the last 3 years, but I think he would have done his research to find out if the rents had increased within the year. It's happened, so they're close to sneaking up on you.”