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Makoko Residents Lament Losses After Demolition

Residents of Makoko community in Lagos are counting losses after a government demolition exercise displaced thousands, destroyed homes, and allegedly led to casualties. Read their plea.

CSOs Condemn Forced Eviction of Makoko Residents

Civil society groups condemn the Lagos State Government's forced eviction in Makoko, displacing thousands without resettlement. They demand immediate action to stop the demolitions.

Fried Rice Gift to Landlord Leads to Quit Notice

A Nigerian shared how sending fried rice to his 'oyinbo' landlord for Christmas led to an unexpected quit notice in January. Read this humorous yet cautionary tale about festive generosity.

Landlord Killed Over N1,500 Bill in Delta

A tragic dispute over a N1,500 electricity bill in Delta State turned deadly as a tenant allegedly stabbed his landlord. The victim's family pleads for justice. Read the full story.

Nigerian Abroad Urges Relocation, Sparks Debate

A Nigerian man's viral video urging relocation abroad for a better life has ignited a fierce online debate about the future of Nigeria and the 'Japa' trend. Read the full story and reactions.

Lady Takes Door After Moving Out of Rented Shop

A Nigerian businesswoman's viral TikTok video shows her removing a door she installed from her rented shop after the landlord increased rent from N600k to N1.2m. See public reactions.

New Tenant Washes Compound, Video Goes Viral

A Nigerian lady's video of a new tenant pressure-washing the dirty compound has gone viral, sparking reactions on communal responsibility and hygiene. Would you do the same?

Lagos Tenancy Bill 2025: Offences & Penalties Detailed

The proposed Lagos State 2025 Tenancy Bill introduces strict penalties, including fines up to N1,000,000 and imprisonment, to curb exploitative housing practices. Learn the key offences for landlords, agents, and tenants.

Nigerian man's N2m flat has no water, light, rent hiked

A Nigerian man paid N2 million for an apartment only to find no water or electricity. After one year, his landlord issued a quit notice and raised the rent to over N3 million. Read his full story and tenant rights in Nigeria.

Edo Market Women Protest Planned Eviction

Edo State market women protest eviction notice for Oba Market renovation. They demand proper relocation plans from the government. Read their full story.

Court rejects bid to dismiss N300m eviction lawsuit

A Federal High Court in Lagos has refused to strike out a N300 million lawsuit filed by tenants alleging illegal eviction from Banana Island properties, setting the stage for a major legal battle over property rights.

Tenant shocked by eviction notice over unwashed plate

A Nigerian tenant shares his shocking experience after receiving an eviction notice from his landlord for leaving one unwashed plate in the kitchen sink. The viral story has sparked nationwide debate about tenant rights and landlord expectations.

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