Category: Property and Real Estate Law
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What Happens If You Continue Building on Land Despite a Court Order?
What happens if you continue building on disputed land despite a court order? Here are the legal consequences and risks.
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How to Challenge Compulsory Acquisition of Land in Nigeria
What should you do if the Nigerian government seeks to acquire your land or revoke your right of occupancy? This practical guide explains how to verify the acquisition, protect your documents, assess compensation, and explore your legal options.
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How to Evict a Tenant Legally in Nigeria: Notices, Court Procedure, and Landlord Rights
Evicting a tenant in Nigeria requires strict legal compliance. This article outlines the proper procedure, from serving notices to obtaining a court order, and explains why landlords must avoid self-help to prevent liability for unlawful eviction.
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Rights of a Tenant in Nigeria
What rights do tenants have in Nigeria? This article explains key protections including peaceful possession, proper eviction procedures, and safeguards against unlawful landlord actions, helping tenants understand their legal position and how to respond to disputes.
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Sub-Tenancy in Nigeria: What Every Tenant and Landlord Should Know
What is a sub-tenant and what rights do they have in Nigeria? This article explains sub-tenancy, the legal relationship between landlord, tenant, and sub-tenant, and why proper legal procedures must be followed before eviction.
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Rights of a Landlord in Nigeria
What rights do landlords have in Nigeria? This article outlines key rights including rent recovery, possession proceedings, enforcement of tenancy terms, and lawful eviction, helping landlords understand how to protect their property while complying with legal requirements.
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When a Tenant Cannot Be Found: How Section 28 Allows Service of Notices in Nigeria (Recovery of Premises Act)
Section 28 of the Recovery of Premises Act allows landlords to serve notices and court processes by posting them on the property where tenants cannot be found. Such posting is deemed valid service, preventing tenants from frustrating lawful recovery proceedings through evasion.
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Legal Principles on Court Visits to the Locus in Quo in Nigeria
A visit to the locus in quo allows a court to inspect the physical location or property in dispute in order to clarify evidence, particularly in land or property cases. Nigerian courts use this evidential tool to clarify conflicting testimony, understand the physical features of a disputed site, and properly evaluate the evidence before reaching…
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Landlord-Tenant Disputes: Notice to Quit in Nigerian Jurisprudence
A valid notice to quit is an important step in landlord-tenant disputes, and Nigerian courts apply established legal principles in determining whether the notice and recovery process are proper.
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Legal Principles Governing Tenancy, Recovery of Premises, and Self-Help in Nigeria
Landlord-tenant disputes in Nigeria are governed by legal rules on tenancy, recovery of premises and the prohibition of self-help in resolving disputes.
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Compulsory Acquisition of Land in Nigeria: Your Rights and Legal Remedies
What happens when the government compulsorily acquires your land without following due process or paying adequate compensation? This article examines your constitutional and statutory rights, the Land Use Act, and the remedies available to landowners in Nigeria.
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When is a Notice to Quit Valid in Nigeria? Key Legal Principles Every Landlord and Tenant Must Know
A valid notice to quit is an important step in ending a tenancy, and Nigerian law sets out the principles that govern its validity and the landlord-tenant relationship.
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When Silence Costs Everything: Court Affirms Judgment Against Defendants Who Failed to Defend Land Dispute
Failing to properly defend a land dispute can have serious consequences, including the possibility of judgment being entered where a claim is not effectively contested.
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What to Do When Your Landlord Serves You a Quit Notice in Nigeria
Receiving a quit notice can be stressful, but understanding your rights, reviewing the notice and taking the appropriate steps can help you respond properly and protect yourself from unlawful eviction.
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Legal Protections and Remedies For Nigerian Tenants
Tenants in Nigeria have legal protections against unlawful eviction and other tenancy disputes, with remedies available where landlords fail to follow the applicable legal process.
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Understanding the Declaration of Title to Land in Nigeria
A practical guide to the five recognised methods of proving title to land in Nigeria, including traditional history, documents of title, acts of ownership, long possession and ownership of connected land.
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How to Transfer Land Title in Nigeria: Legal Process and Requirements
Land title transfer in Nigeria involves several legal steps including conducting a title search, preparing a deed of assignment, obtaining the Governor’s consent, paying stamp duties, and registering the title. This guide explains the process and key legal requirements involved in transferring property ownership in Nigeria.
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How to Conduct a Proper Land Search in Nigeria Before Buying Land
Buying land in Nigeria without proper due diligence can expose a purchaser to title disputes, government acquisition, encumbrances and competing claims. This guide explains the key steps to take before paying for land, including title verification, Land Registry searches, survey checks, physical inspection and legal due diligence.
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How to Recover Your Property in Nigeria: A Simple Guide
Losing possession of your property or being prevented from accessing it can be frustrating and financially damaging. In Nigeria, the law provides legal remedies for property owners who wish to recover their land or premises from unlawful occupants. This guide explains the lawful steps you can take to recover your property in Nigeria and why…
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How to Resolve Landlord-Tenant Disputes in Nigeria
Disputes between landlords and tenants are common in Nigeria and may arise from issues such as unpaid rent, breach of tenancy agreements, unlawful eviction, or disagreements over property maintenance. Resolving these disputes properly is important to avoid escalation and possible legal consequences. This article outlines practical steps and legal options available for resolving landlord–tenant disputes…