What happened?

According to her colleagues, Vwaere was on her way to pick up her food from the dispatch rider on the ground floor, but tragedy struck as she entered the elevator. The elevator suddenly crashed from the 9th floor down to the ground floor with a loud thud that resonated throughout the hospital.

Although she survived the crash, albeit with severe injuries and fractures, it took the hospital management about one hour to rescue her from the accident scene. Also, she wasn’t given timely medical attention due to a delayed response from the hospital’s anaesthesia team and a shortage of blood and oxygen.

However, this sad accident could have been avoided entirely. There have been numerous reports and complaints dating back to 2020 regarding the faulty state of the elevator.

Many doctors also recounted their experiences of being stuck in the elevator more than once, but despite these complaints, there was no action by the hospital’s management. 

And this act of negligence has now taken the life of a young doctor who was two weeks away from completing her horsemanship. 

Has the hospital’s management responded?

On August 2, 2023, many of Dr Vwaere’s colleagues and other medical practitioners kicked off a protest to demand that justice be served. Still, until now, we’ve seen the management and the government respond in a way that’s far from acceptable. 

In one of the videos from the protests, the hospital’s Chief Medical Director (CMD), Dr Abiola Aduke Mafe, was reportedly seen advising the aggrieved doctors to “mourn meaningfully”. Another video showed Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, the First Lady of Lagos state, attributing the elevator accident to “a spiritual arrow”, which not only makes a mockery of the situation but also absolves the hospital from taking responsibility for their negligence. 

Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Lagos state governor, shared his condolences on his Twitter page and disclosed that an investigation will be conducted into the cause of the elevator’s mechanical failure. 

As expected, many medical practitioners, especially house officers, are particularly disturbed by this accident, as it’s a stark reminder of the unsafe conditions they face while practising in Nigeria. Zikoko Citizen contacted some doctors, who shared their thoughts on the situation.

What the doctors said:

Williams* is a house officer and a colleague of Dr. Vwaere at Odan General Hospital. During our conversation with him, it was clear that he was heartbroken by the recent news, especially since he knew the late doctor and had considered taking the elevator just hours before the accident happened. 

He says, “If I’m to describe this in one word, it’d be inhumane. This government sees us as trash; every time we bring forward complaints, they sweep it under the rug and threaten to take away our licence, and now our fellow doctor is dead”. 

Williams* reveals that the elevator was installed in 2017, and its issues started about a week after its installation, but despite this, no one certified the elevator unsafe. “We won’t blame anyone for using the elevator because engineers frequently came to service it and claimed it was okay for use”. He adds that several official complaints were made to the management, but nothing was done. He says, “We need to know the company in charge of servicing the elevator and who they report to at the Odan General Hospital because that person should be held responsible for this accident”. 

Another jarring revelation from our conversation with Williams* is how the lack of immediate medical intervention contributed to Dr. Vwaere’s death. Williams* shared, “There was no blood in our hospital, and when we went to the Lagos Island Maternity Hospital (LIMH) just across from us, they also had no blood”. For those who don’t know, Odan General Hospital is one of the oldest hospitals in Nigeria. A shortage of blood and oxygen there reflects the crippling state of Nigeria’s health sector. “She couldn’t get pain medications or analgesics, and eventually, she passed away. The system we’re working to save lives for doesn’t care about us”. 

As mentioned earlier, there have been protests to demand justice for Vwaere. The protests were held at the Lagos Island Maternity Hospital and the Health Service Commission (HSC). The HSC is in charge of employing doctors in general hospitals around Nigeria.

Williams* also participated in the protest and told us, “We locked the general hospital’s main gates, some offices, the gates to the HSC, and the LIMH admin building. We can’t allow this to be swept under the rug; we can’t afford to let that happen.”

However, according to him, there’s a general lack of accountability from the management, as they’ve refused to disclose the names of the elevator maintenance company and their superiors. He also notes the disturbing attitude of the hospital’s administrative workers towards the ongoing situation, as one allegedly said, “Is she the first to die?”. 

Notwithstanding, Williams* and other house officers insist that justice must be served, and those responsible should be arrested. He firmly states, “As far as I’m concerned, this is manslaughter because they were informed.” 

Williams* demands that their complaints regarding the hospital’s infrastructure be addressed because, most times, they return to hostels without electricity after a hard day’s work. This is in addition to the troubling fact that many house officers, himself included, have been working for about three months now without pay. “We need to ensure that something like this never happens again. It’s not until someone dies.” He also touches on the critical issue of blood availability in the country, stating, “It’s a known fact that there’s a blood issue in Nigeria. There should be blood banks and emergency blood transfusion services.”

Also speaking on this incident is Dr. Olemgbe, who reiterates the points laid out by Williams*. He says, “Our work environments remain unsafe, and the lack of accountability is alarming. This incident, alongside a historical backdrop, reaffirms that doctors stand as endangered species in Nigeria, facing political, social, and workplace challenges”. According to Dr. Olemgbe, reforms must be put in place to ensure the safety of doctors while also creating a system that provides support and accountability. 

These instances demonstrate that sometimes the increase in migration for doctors isn’t just for financial reasons but also to ensure a better and safer quality of life. And Nigeria will continue to experience a massive brain drain, especially in the healthcare sector. Dr. Olemgbe drives home this point by stating, “Doctors won’t migrate if our voices are heard and our lives are truly valued. Let this tragedy propel us towards a safer, more just future for healthcare in Nigeria.”

What happened? 

A single-engine aircraft (Jabiru J430) with the registration number “5NCCQ AJ4-30” crashed into the road in front of the United Bank of Africa, Oba Akran branch, and burst into flames. This happened around 3 p.m.

Four people—two crew members and two passengers—were aboard the Air First Hospitality & Tours-operated aircraft, which was departing from Murtala Muhammed International Airport, MMIA, on a test flight.

However, no lives were lost as the aircraft was being closely followed by an escort vehicle, which arrived at the accident scene on time and provided first aid.

What caused the accident?

According to the air control tower, the aircraft’s unintentional collision with a light pole while attempting an emergency landing was what caused the accident.

How did the government respond?

Around 4 p.m., a Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) team arrived at the scene to transfer the injured passengers to a hospital. The area was sealed off to prevent a secondary accident. 

Other emergency responders that arrived at the scene were the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB). The NSIB is solely responsible for investigating aircraft accidents and incidents in Nigeria, and they already released a statement soliciting information like videos and pictures to aid their investigation.

We’ve seen this before

An accident similar to this happened three years ago, on August 28, 2020, but sadly, this time, the three people on board all lost their lives.

 
Source: BBC

The aircraft involved in the accident was a Bell 206 helicopter with the registration number’ 5N BQW,’ belonging to Quorum Aviation. The helicopter was on a flight from Port Harcourt, Rivers State, before it crashed into a residential building in Opebi, Lagos State. 

Eventually, reports from the Accident Investigation Bureau (AIB) showed that the pilot’s disregard for best practices and the lack of fuel were to blame for the accident. 

But to lighten hope among Citizens, on Monday, July 31, President Bola Tinubu addressed Nigerians. And in his speech, he acknowledged that the new reforms and policies are responsible for the current hardship, but he assured everyone that these measures will eventually lead to joy for all. 

But in the meantime, palliative measures will be implemented to make the lives of Nigerians easier, and these measures include: 

More support for small businesses

The government recognises the role of small businesses and the informal sector in driving growth; the president pledged ₦125 billion to fund Micro, Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (MSMEs). 

Of this fund, ₦50 billion in grants will be given to 1 billion nano businesses between now and March 2024, and ₦50,000 each will be given to 1,300 nano business owners across the 774 local governments around the country. Also, a proposed fund of ₦74 billion is offered to support 100,000 SMEs and start-ups. Lastly, entrepreneurs can get loans between ₦500,000 and ₦1 million with a maximum interest rate of 9% annually and a repayment period of 36 months.   

Infrastructure fund to help states

Tinubu’s speech also revealed that an Infrastructure Support Fund has been approved and will be available to all states. This support fund will target improving the living conditions of Nigerians and other pain points such as healthcare, education, and transportation.

Provision of affordable transportation

With the fuel subsidy removal, we’ve seen a sharp increase in the cost of public transportation, and to bring relief in this area, the federal government has plans to spend ₦100 billion purchasing 3000 twenty-seater Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) fuelled buses between now and March 2024.  

These buses will be distributed across local governments and states to provide a more affordable transport option for Nigerians.

Support for farming and stabilisation of food prices

Recently, we’ve been dealing with many fluctuations in the prices of goods, especially food items. And to deal with this, the government plans to ensure the affordability of food, particularly staple items like rice, by releasing 200,000 metric tonnes of grains to households across the country. Also, 225,000 metric tonnes of fertiliser and seedlings will be provided to farmers to guarantee our food security. 

Lastly, the agriculture sector will be further supported with ₦200 billion to ensure the food security plan of cultivating 500,000 hectares of land and all-year planting remains on course. 

New national minimum wage

A new minimum wage has been the topic of discussion for a while now. And in the speech, Tinubu assured Nigerians that the federal government has been in talks with the labour unions over introducing a new minimum wage. He also promised that workers would have a salary review once a decision had been made, along with necessary budget adjustments. 

The manufacturing sector will be strengthened

The president informed us that four executive orders have been signed to suspend and defer certain taxes to boost the manufacturing sector. Additionally, there are plans to allocate ₦75 billion over the next nine months to support 75 manufacturing businesses, each with the potential to enhance economic productivity and growth.

On July 26, 2023, news of an ongoing military coup in the Niger Republic sent the world into a frenzy, with it being tagged as the “latest coup in Africa”. Soldiers of the presidential guard had detained the president, Mohamed Bazoum, in his palace in Niamey; initially, the coup was met with resistance by other military units until they supported it to “avoid bloodshed”. 

In the latest developments about the coup, on Friday, July 28, General Abdourahamane Tchiani, the head of the presidential guard, declared himself the head of the transitional government, which he called “The National Council for the Safeguard of the Homeland”. 

How did all this start? 

The Niger Republic is no stranger to military takeovers, as this would be the fifth successful coup since its independence from France in 1960. As always, the coup plotters justify their actions with claims of poor governance, insecurity, corruption, and overall incompetence by the democratic government. 

So far, the military has announced the closure of all land and air borders, the suspension of all institutions, and a nationwide curfew.

How has ECOWAS reacted?

In a statement on July 30, 2023, ECOWAS issued a seven-day ultimatum to the military group in Niger, demanding the restoration of President Muhammed Bazoum to office. They also threatened to take all necessary measures, including “using force”, to restore Niger’s democratic rule. If implemented, this would be the first time ECOWAS has considered using military power to reverse a military coup.

However, in the meantime, the following sanctions have been put on Niger to pressure the military government: 

• Closure of land and air borders between ECOWAS countries and Niger
• Establishment of a no-fly zone on all commercial flights to and from Niger
• Suspension of all commercial and financial transactions between ECOWAS countries and Niger
• Freezing of all assets of Niger in the ECOWAS Central Bank and parastatals in commercial banks
• Suspension of all financial assistance and transactions with all financial institutions within ECOWAS countries
• Travel bans on all military officials and their families involved in the coup attempt, not excluding anyone who accepts a position in the military government. 

What Does It Mean for West Africa’s Fight Against Terrorism?

More insecurity

For a long time, Niger has been very instrumental in fighting Islamic insurgents and militants in the West African Sahel region. Western countries have supported and served as critical partners in the fight against Islamic insurgents with their resources. For instance, the United States says it has spent around $500 million to boost the country’s security, and it also has a robust military presence in Niger. And France has also used Niger as its base for counter-insurgency troops for about a decade. 

However, the recent coup will likely result in instability worsening the fragile security state, which could worsen and lead to consequences affecting Nigeria.

Regional unrest

Before the recent military takeover, Niger served as an example of relative democratic stability in West Africa’s Sahel region, especially compared to its neighbouring countries, Mali, Chad, and Burkina Faso, which have experienced coups since 2020. 

But this troubling new development might indicate the growing political instability and dissatisfaction in the region and give way to even more attempted coups. 

Tinubu’s response to addressing this issue matters as it can garner favour with international bodies amidst lingering concerns about his presidential legitimacy. And so far, his swift intervention has been met with interesting responses, as former President Muhammadu Buhari recently commended him for his decisive action.

On July 27, 2023, the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, received the ministerial list from the presidential office. This list contained 28 names, seven of which were women. And while we still await the second half of the ministerial list, so far, 25% of the nominees are women. 

Who Are These Women?

Hannatu Musawa

Hannatu hails from Katsina state and is a lawyer, politician and writer. She got her law degree from the University of Buckingham, United Kingdom, and Master’s degrees in the Legal Aspects of Marine Affairs from the University of Cardiff, Wales, and Oil and Gas Law from the University of Aberdeen, Scotland. 

Before her ministerial nomination, she served as the Deputy Spokesperson of the All Progressives Congress Presidential Campaign Council (APC PCC). And in June 2023, she was appointed the Special Adviser on Culture and Entertainment Economy to the President.

Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim

Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim is a politician and businesswoman who served as the Director-General of the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) from December 2020 to May 2021. 

Prior to her ministerial nomination, she currently holds the position of the Honourable Federal Commissioner of the National Commissioner for Refugees, Migrants, And Internally Displaced Persons Office. She has so far been instrumental in providing support and addressing the issues faced by migrants and IDPs. 

Betta Edu

Betta Edu, born October 1986, is a medical doctor, public health specialist, and politician currently serving as the National Women Leader of the APC, the youngest ever to attain the role. 

She started her political career in 2015, when she was appointed as the Special Adviser on Community and Primary Healthcare to the then-governor of Cross River state, Benedict Ayade. In 2020, she served as the chairman of the Cross River state COVID-19 Taskforce, and later that year, she was appointed as the National Chairman of the Nigerian Health Commissioners Forum until her resignation in 2022. 

Her recent ministerial nomination would make her the first female minister from Cross River state and the youngest minister in the Fourth Nigerian Republic. 

Doris Anite Uzoka

Doris is a medical doctor who has made great strides in the banking industry. She’s a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Charter holder by training with a specialisation in Financial Risk Management and Portfolio Management. 

She also previously served as a former General Manager of Zenith Bank and the Imo state Commissioner for Finance and Coordinating Economy under then Imo state Governor Hope Uzodinma.

Nkeiruka Onyejeocha

Nkeiruka Onyejocha is a current lawmaker in the Abia State House of Representatives. She began her political career in 2002 with her appointment as the Abia state Commissioner for Resource Management and Manpower Development under then-governor Orji Kalu. 

She joined the Abia state House of Representatives in 2007, where she sponsored a number of Bills, including the obligatory treatment of gunshot victims, before demanding a police report. She’s also executed projects to control erosion, improve security, and repair damaged roads. 

Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye

Uju is a lawyer, philanthropist, Nollywood producer and politician. She was the only female presidential aspirant of the APC in the 2023 elections before dropping out of the race.

Despite being a member of the APC, she has never held a political role; she has contributed to rural areas and communities across several states by establishing health and skill development centres.

Stella Okotete

Stella is a human rights activist and politician who formerly served as Executive Director, Business Development, of the Nigerian Export-Import Bank (NEXIM) under former president Muhammadu Buhari. She’s also a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Economists of Nigeria, the Institute of Management Consultants, and an Honorary Senior Member of the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria. 

Stella has vast experience in policy formulation and execution, export finance, and international development. She’s also a philanthropist who has helped Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in Maiduguri and the co-founder of the E’Girls Right Foundation, which caters to orphaned and abandoned children in rural areas. 

Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC)

The NSCDC is a paramilitary agency officially established by Act 3 of 2003. However, its earliest operations started in 1967 during the civil war under the name “Lagos Civil Defence Committee”. At that time, one of the significant duties of this paramilitary group was to sensitise civilians to enemy attacks and how to protect themselves, for instance, by identifying bombs and bomb raids and diving into trenches during bomb attacks. 

The name “Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps” was adopted in 1970 and transformed into a national security agency in 1984. 

These days, the NSCDC works with the police to protect Nigeria and Nigerians from threats and any form of attack. Some of their primary functions are:

• Maintenance of peace and order while also protecting the lives and properties of Nigerians
• Ensures and recommends the registration of every private guard company under the Ministry of Defence
• Supervises and monitors the activities and operations of private guard companies
• Oversees the surveillance of government facilities, projects and infrastructures at every level

Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC)

The EFCC is one of the more well-known federal agencies in Nigeria. It was established by a National Assembly Act on December 12, 2002, under the administration of former president Olusegun Obasanjo. 

One of the reasons behind the establishment of the EFCC was in response to the Financial Action Task Force on Money Laundering (FATF), which listed Nigeria as one of the 23 countries that were non-cooperative with the efforts of the international community to fight money laundering. 

Since the establishment of the EFCC, the agency, especially under the leadership of its pioneer chairman, Nuhu Ribadu, has tried to tackle the problem of corruption and fraud plaguing the country. For instance, we’ve seen the arrests and prosecutions of politicians and high-level fraudsters such as Ade Bendel, Maurice Ibekwe, and Fred Ajudua. 

According to the EFCC, their vision is to create a Nigeria free from financial and economic crises. They plan to achieve this by adequately executing their functions, which involve:

• Investigating all financial crimes such as contract scams, money laundering, illegal fund transfers, counterfeiting, and advance fee fraud
• Collaborating with government bodies locally and internationally to eradicate economic crimes
• Enlightening the public against economic and financial crimes within and outside Nigeria
• Adoption of measures to identify, trace, freeze, confiscate or seize proceeds received from terrorist activities

Independent Corrupt Practices Commission and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC)

The ICPC was inaugurated on September 29, 2000, following the recommendation of former president Olusegun Obasanjo.

It was established by the Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Act 2000 and has the major responsibility of:

• Receiving and investigating reports of corruption and other offences as stated in Act 2000
• Examining and enforcing the correction of corruption-prone systems and procedures
• Enlightening Nigerians against corruption and other related crimes. 

While it may seem like there’s an overlap between the responsibilities of the EFCC and the ICPC, there’s a major difference between both agencies. The ICPC is limited to investigating and prosecuting corruption in the public sector, but the EFCC is empowered to fight corruption at all levels, i.e., both private and public. 

Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC)

The FCCPC is a federal agency established in 2019, birthed by a merger between the Nigerian Consumer Protection Council (NCPC) and the Nigerian Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (NCCPC). This occurred following the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Act, signed into Law by former president Muhammadu Buhari. 

The FCCPC aims to protect consumer rights and promote fair market competition. Some of 

the functions of this federal agency include:

• Investigating and enforcing consumer protection laws in Nigeria 
• Educating, advising and enlightening consumers on their rights 
• Encouraging fair market competition by investigating price fixing and market allocation
• Regulating and sanctioning misleading advertisements

State Security Service (SSS)

The State Security Service, also known as the Department of State Services (DSS), concerns itself with detecting and preventing crimes that threaten Nigeria’s internal security.  

Its roots can be traced to the military regime in Nigeria, when General Olusegun Obasanjo enacted NSO Decree No. 16 (1976), which resulted in the establishment of the Nigerian Security Organisation (NSO). However, under the regime of General Ibrahim Babangida’s administration in 1985, he restructured the NSO through Decree No. 19 of 1986, also called the National Security Agencies (NSA) Decree, 1986. This led to the emergence of three separate security agencies:

• The State Security Service (SSS)
• The Defence Intelligence Service (DIS)
• The National Intelligence Agency (NIA)

And some of the major functions of the SSS involve:

• Prevention of any crime against Nigeria’s security
• Investigation and prevention of threats of terrorism, espionage, sabotage and separatist agitations
• Upholding and enforcing Nigeria’s criminal laws
• Protection of top government officials like the president, vice president, senate president, speaker of the house of representatives, governors, and other visiting dignitaries.

It’s been barely two months since the fuel prices more than doubled from N197 to N537 per litre following the fuel subsidy removal on May 29, 2023. And while still trying to adjust to our new economic realities, on June 18, fresh news broke of yet another surge in fuel price to over N600 per litre. 

According to Chinedu Okoronkwo, the President of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN), the recent price hike is to help the petrol marketers themselves stay in business. He explained that the subsidy removal adversely affected their business so much that many have been unable to raise enough money to load from depots and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited. 

It’s alarming that we’re hardly 100 days into this new government, and life’s already unbelievably hard for citizens. It will now cost almost triple the amount it did in May to fill your vehicle’s fuel tank, and due to the current 22.79% inflation rate, food will get even more expensive. 

And I really hate to have to say this, but it looks like maybe Bubu wasn’t that bad. We know being president was more of a side gig for him, and his real job was touring Europe, but at least we weren’t at risk of having a $1 to N1000 exchange rate. President Tinubu promised us renewed hope, but the only thing that has been renewed is our subscription to another four years of suffering in 4D. 

What Else Happened This Week?

Police Arrest Suspected Cultists in Enugu State

On July 18, 2023, the Enugu State Police Command announced the arrest of 18 members of the Black Axe Confraternity who allegedly had plans to cause trouble during their 7/7 day celebration.  

The cultists were found in different locations in the state, and along with their arrest, the police recovered one pump action gun, six live ammunition (cartridges), three black berets with the inscription “Black Axe”, one sharp battle axe, three drums, three black-yellow face-caps with “Ezeagu Sub Zone 7 7” inscribed on them, and one yellow scarf. According to DSP Daniel Ndukwe, the spokesperson for the Enugu State Police Command, the suspects will be arraigned in court once investigations are concluded. 

If you’ve ever wondered what the legal punishment for cultism in Nigeria is, under the Criminal Code Act, anyone found guilty of cult activities or permitting meetings to be held in their residence is liable to a 3-year imprisonment. On the other hand, the Penal Code, which applies to Northern Nigeria, allows for 7-year imprisonment.

Question of the week

It’s not news that there has been a recent hike in the tuition fees of federal universities. Do you think this surge will improve Nigeria’s quality of education?

Video of the week

Ehen one more thing…

People change their names for many reasons, such as marriage, career demands, or simply a desire for a new identity. Changing your name in Nigeria is relatively straightforward, but you need to take a few important steps.

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The endless struggle between landlords and tenants often exists because tenants are unaware of the rights accorded to them. Therefore, in this article, we will walk you through tenancy rights in Nigeria. 

Right to property: 

As a tenant, you can rent any property anywhere in the country, regardless of sex, state of origin, or nationality. 

Right to a Tenancy Agreement:

It’s in your rights that when renting a new property, a well-written tenancy agreement be presented and signed on your lawyer’s advice. The tenancy agreement should contain the following:

• The full name of the tenant
• The full name of the landlord
• The description of the property
• The total amount paid for the property
• The duration of rent, i.e. the expiration and renewal dates of the tenancy

And although the law makes room for an oral tenancy agreement, it’s advisable and safer to have a written agreement, as it makes it easier to make a case in court if needed. 

Rights to receipt of payment:

You’re entitled to a receipt of payment from your landlord to avoid stories that touch later on. This receipt should include:

• The amount paid
• Location of the property
• Duration of the tenancy

Another thing to know about this is that landlords who fail to issue a receipt are liable to a fine of ₦100,000. 

Right to exclusive possession:

According to the Law, once you’ve made payment and entered into a contract with the landlord, you have exclusive rights to the property. 

This means that no one, including the landlord, can enter your apartment, room, or property without your permission. This also involves instances where maintenance is to be done by the landlord; you must first approve, or it’d be regarded as trespassing. 

Right to habitable premises:

This means that, as a tenant, the landlord has to ensure that the rented property is fit enough for any purpose for which it’s being rented, i.e., for domestic or corporate reasons. 

Therefore, if there are any issues like wear and tear, flooding, or damage to certain utilities, the landlord’s expected to fix them, and if they refuse to, you can demand a refund of your rent or end the tenancy. 

Right to an eviction notice:

As a tenant, you must get a notice before being evicted from the rented property. The notice must contain the following:

• The name of the landlord
• The name of the tenant
• The address of the rental property
• The duration of the tenancy
• The reason behind the eviction

Typically, the eviction notice varies depending on the type of tenancy agreement you have with the landlord:

• A one-week notice period for a weekly tenancy
• A minimum of one month’s notice for a monthly tenancy
• A minimum of three months’ notice for a quarterly tenancy
• A minimum of six months’ notice for a yearly tenancy

Also, tenants are entitled to a 7-day notice to recover their possessions after the eviction notice expires. 

Also read: What Are the Rights of a Nigerian Citizen?