Know Your Rights: Landlords Cannot Unilaterally Increase Rent, says Attorney Stan Alieke
Speed Darlington’s lawyer, Stan Alieke, has emphasized that landlords cannot unilaterally increase rent without prior consultation or renegotiation with tenants.
He cited multiple court rulings in Nigeria affirming that such actions are unlawful and illegal.
Alieke’s statement underscores the importance of mutual agreement between landlords and tenants regarding rent adjustments.
Tenants are encouraged to be aware of their rights and seek legal counsel if they encounter unauthorized rent increases.
For more information, you can refer to the original report by Linda Ikeji’s Blog.
In a related case, a landlord was fined for illegally increasing rent without tenant consent. This highlights the legal consequences of such actions.
