A Nigerian woman has taken to social media to express her distress after her landlord raised the rent for her one-bedroom apartment from ₦650,000 to ₦1.3 million. The tenant, who refused to accept the sudden increase, was reportedly served a quit notice by the landlord, leaving her with no choice but to look for a new place to live.
Landlord Demands Double Rent
In a now-viral post, the lady shared her ordeal, stating that the landlord added an extra ₦650,000 to the original rent, effectively doubling the cost. She said she could not afford the new amount and declined to pay, prompting the landlord to issue a quit notice.
Search for New Accommodation
Forced to vacate, the woman is now searching for another apartment in a city where rents are already skyrocketing. She expressed frustration over the lack of affordable housing and the high-handedness of landlords.
The video of her lamentation has sparked widespread reactions online, with many Nigerians sharing similar experiences. Some criticized the landlord for being insensitive, while others blamed the country's economic situation for the rent hike.
As of the time of this report, the landlord has not publicly commented on the issue. The lady continues to appeal for help in finding a new home within her budget.
