The Lagos State House of Assembly has moved to improve landlord-tenant relations as the state’s Tenancy Bill passed the second reading stage on Thursday.
During plenary, Speaker Mudashiru Obasa said the bill aimed to redefine the legal framework for tenancy agreements, rights, responsibilities, and eviction processes in Lagos.
The bill is titled: ‘A Bill for a Law to Regulate the Relationship between Landlords and Tenants in Lagos State.’
Obasa said the bill covers procedures for recovering premises and related matters across the state.
If passed, the law would ensure that landlords, tenants, and agents fully understand their rights and responsibilities.
Obasa urged members to consider tenants who depend on end-of-year bonuses and annual leave allowances to pay rent.
He also highlighted the soaring cost of building materials and how landlords rely on rental income.
Obasa stressed the government must reassess its housing promises and ensure they are fulfilled.
After deliberation, the Speaker referred the bill to the House Committee on Housing for further review.
The committee is to report back in three weeks.
