My landlord wants to evict me

While tenants may not own the property, Section 43 establishes property rights framework that influences tenancy law.

Section 13 specifies the minimum notice periods for eviction: 1 week (tenant at will), 1 month (monthly tenant), 3 months (quarterly/half-yearly), or 6 months (yearly tenant).

You have a right to fair hearing before a court if there is a dispute with your landlord.

Even after notice expires, landlord must serve a 7-day court intention notice before taking legal action.

Section 44 makes forcible eviction without court order a criminal offence punishable by N250,000 fine or 6 months imprisonment.

Any eviction notice must be properly served by personal delivery, registered post, or other valid methods.