ARE PRE-NUPTIAL AGREEMENTS VALID UNDER NIGERIAN LAW?
A pre-nuptial agreement, often called a “pre-nup,” is a contract that couples enter into before marriage. It outlines how their finances will be managed during the marriage and, importantly, how assets will be divided if a divorce occurs. In Nigeria, pre-nuptial agreements are generally recognized as valid. However, there is no specific law that outlines […]
FEDERAL GOVERNMENT LAND,GROUND RENT AND PERFECTION OF LAND TITLE IN NIGERIA
The legal problems concerning the administration of land vested in the Federal Government of Nigeria are discussed in this article, specifically regarding the payment of ground rent and perfection of land titles. It considers the relevant laws, including the Land Use Act, the Lands (Title Vesting, Etc.) Act 1975, and the Lagos State Land Use […]
THE RIGHT TO OWN PROPERTY AND THE GOVERNOR/FCT MINISTER’S POWER OF REVOCATION IN NIGERIA: A LEGAL PERSPECTIVE
A right to acquire and own property is enshrined in the Constitution and thus forms one of the strong foundations of Nigerian legal and social systems. Every Nigerian citizen has, by this right, the capability to acquire and hold an immovable property, such as land or buildings, anywhere in the country. This right, however, is […]
RENT INCREMENT IN NIGERIA: WHAT TENANTS AND LANDLORDS MUST KNOW
It is always a point of dispute between landlord and tenant in Nigeria whenever increment in rent arises. While the landlord may seem justified to increase rent, perhaps by increased cost or other factors, the tenants usually are oblivious of their rights whenever such changes present themselves. This article discusses, among other things, how a […]
TENANT RIGHTS IN NIGERIA: LEGAL PROTECTION AGAINST UNINHABITABLE LIVING CONDITIONS IN NIGERIA
Tenants have the right to a safe and habitable home, no matter how little rent they pay. A “habitable home” means that the rental meets minimum living requirements, including a roof that does not leak rain, enough ventilation, solid floors and walls, protection from serious environmental hazards, and reasonable security against crime. In Chukwuma & […]