New Lagos Housing Law to Redefine Landlord-Tenant Dealings, End Agent Disputes
A new housing law recently passed in Lagos State has been hailed as a landmark reform set to redefine the legal framework between landlords, tenants, and estate agents.
Described by lawmakers as “long overdue,” the law aims to modernise housing relationships and reduce the persistent conflicts that have plagued the rental sector in Africa’s most populous city.
“This law is long overdue and will modernise housing relationships in Lagos,” said a visibly optimistic lawmaker, Mr. Ajayi Oladele (Ibeju-Lekki II), during the legislative session.
He stressed that the newly passed bill is expected to curb the growing tension and disputes often caused by unregulated estate agents.
“For the first time, everyone will understand their legal standing clearly,” Oladele added.
Also speaking in support of the legislation, Ms. Omolara Olumegbon (Lagos-Island I) praised the law’s clarity on key issues, especially around rent timelines and eviction procedures.
“This bill promotes fairness and addresses rent timelines — monthly or yearly — and how they relate to eviction processes,” she noted.
The new law is seen as a step forward in creating a more transparent and predictable housing environment in Lagos, where disputes over rent, agency fees, and arbitrary evictions have been frequent sources of tension.
Stakeholders expect the law to ease tenant-landlord relationships, regulate agency practices, and ultimately contribute to a more stable real estate market in the state. Read More
