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Half of the rent was refunded by the old landlord, he just transferred it to my account.

Tjra:
You have the right to remain there until your rent expires.

The rent they refunded to you, how did that happened? You consented to it? They forced the cash into your hands or you voluntarily gave them your account number?




He is bluffing.

I still have the money with me. The new landlord is threatening to displace me with army

The notice was given to me April 24 and to expire this month July 24. I haven’t been able to raise complete money for a new apartment given the whole agency and agreement nonsense. Plus I just moved into the house November 2023 and renewed my rent last year December. All of this is really shocking and unplanned. Please lawyers assist on the way out.

Hello Nairalanders,

I need your advice urgently.

I rented a self-contained apartment in Lagos, and my rent is valid until the end of October this year. Just recently, I was informed that the landlord has sold the house.

Now here’s what happened:
• They refunded half of my rent (without my prior agreement),
• And issued me a 3-month notice to vacate.

I never agreed to terminate my tenancy early or to receive a refund — they just gave me the money and served the notice. I feel like I’m being indirectly forced out before the agreed expiration date of my rent.

Please, I want to know:
1. Is this legal under Lagos tenancy law?
2. Can they harass or pressure me out of the house since it’s now sold?
3. What steps can I take if I want to stay until my rent expires in October?

I’ve heard that once rent is paid and acknowledged, even a new landlord must honour the agreement. Is this true?

Please, lawyers and those familiar with Lagos tenancy law, I’d appreciate your input. I don’t want to be bullied or treated unfairly and also 3 months is too short for me

Thanks in advance!