Tenancy law varies significantly across Nigerian states. Browse key statutory provisions, notice rules, and landlord obligations by state.
Lagos State Tenancy Law 2011
Restricts advance rent for new tenants to 1 year max. Mandates written receipts (Section 5). Excludes Apapa, Ikeja GRA, Ikoyi, Victoria Island commercial areas.
Ask AI about Lagos State lawsRecovery of Premises Act (FCT)
Governs residential and commercial premises in Abuja. Enforces strict statutory notice timelines and court-ordered eviction proceedings.
Ask AI about Federal Capital Territory (FCT Abuja) lawsRivers State Tenancy & Rent Control Law
Regulates rental caps, deposit disputes, and landlord recovery procedures in Port Harcourt metropolis.
Ask AI about Rivers State (Port Harcourt) lawsOyo State Recovery of Premises Law
Outlines statutory notice periods and magistrate court jurisdiction for recovery of possession.
Ask AI about Oyo State (Ibadan) lawsKaduna Rent & Tenancy Regulation
Protects tenant and landlord rights with specific provisions for commercial estate developments.
Ask AI about Kaduna State lawsState Recovery of Premises Edicts
Governs notice requirements, service of process, and tenant eviction guidelines.
Ask AI about Plateau & Enugu States laws