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Tenants Groan As Abuja Landlords Increase Rent
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Tenants in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, are groaning over hikes in house rent by their landlords.
Findings by Daily Trust showed that within the last one year, tenants in different areas of the FCT had been notified of rent increases by landlords.
Some of them that were interviewed by Daily Trust queried why landlords would increase rent on houses built years ago.
But some landlords, who also spoke to our reporters, argued that the cost of building materials had gone up.
They also said they increased rent on old buildings because maintenance was also gulping “huge” amounts of money.
Usman Tijani, an information technology expert, who lives in Phase 4, Kubwa, Abuja, said he was informed of a N250,000 increase only four weeks to the expiration of his rent.
“Before I moved in with my family last year, the landlord said he would not increase rent. Only for me to get a notice four weeks ago. I will move out of the house because of the short notice.
“The most annoying part is that the increase is from N600,000 to N850,000 (per annum) for my one-bedroom apartment”, Tijani said.
A fashion designer, Adepoju Ronke, complained that the rent of her one-room “self-contained” apartment at Dei-Dei, was raised from N150,000 to N250,000 per year.
A bank teller, who lives in Dutse, Majekodumi Isaac, said he was recently served an eviction notice by his landlord. He said the landlord later informed him that the two-bedroom apartment would no longer go for N550,000 but N700,000 per annum.
Eromosele Fortune, a resident of Kuje, said an apartment that was hitherto rented for N200,000 per annum “is now between N280,000 and N350,000 depending on the location.”
Some residents of Bwari, Gwagwalada, Gwarimpa, Nyanya, Karu, Dawaki, Lugbe, Apo Resettlement, Wuye, Wuse, Jahi District and other areas of the FCT also decried that their landlords had increased their rent.
Landlord lords speak
A landlord at Kubwa, Julius Odion, attributed the increase in rent to the economic state of the country.
“The rise in the costs of building materials and construction has been a major factor for the increase in the value of the property and rent,” Odion told one of our reporters who pretended to be a prospective tenant.
Another landlord, whose house is located in Wuse District of the FCT, Paschal Chukwu, said the tenants were not being fair to landlords.
“My tenants have been complaining that I increased rent, but the truth is they are not considering the fact that landlords are also going to the same market with them.
“Yes, we didn’t build the houses now, but with the price of everything going up, we too have to increase ours because it is our business and we have to survive,” he said.
Adeyemi Folorunsho, who owns a house in Garki District, said not all landlords could be considerate.
“As landlords, this is the right time to even protect our tenants. During Covid-19 crisis in 2020, I know how difficult it was to pay rent; so I gave my tenants subsidy for their rent and I intend to do so again, but not many landlords can do that,” he said.
Developers seek signing of Real Estate Bill
The immediate past President of the Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria (REDAN), Aliyu Wamakko, in an interview with Daily Trust, said arbitrary rent increment by landlords would have been a thing of the past if the Real Estate Development Bill had been signed.
He said: “REDAN had initiated a bill on the development of the housing and property sector during the 9th National Assembly, which was not assented to by former President Muhammadu Buhari. If the former President had signed the bill into law, all these issues arising from rent increase and tenancy agreement would have been taken care of,” he said.
He said the lack of regulation for rent should be addressed.
On the reason for arbitrary increase of rent in the FCT, Wamakko said: “Everything in the market is on the high side and it’s the same market that the landlords and tenants go, so it will be difficult for everything to be on the high side while rent remains static”.
He further stated that the current development is a national issue which the government must address head on, as it is not only prevalent in Abuja, but across the country.
FCTA director pleads with landlords
A senior director with the FCT Administration, who craved anonymity because he was not permitted to speak on the matter, noted that there is no law in the country that dictates how much a landlord should charge tenants.
The director however pleaded with property owners to be patriotic by “ensuring moderation in dealing with their tenants, in line with the economic reality in the country.”
He said the FCT Directorate of Mass Housing was doing everything possible to provide affordable houses for low-income earners in the territory.
Credit: Daily Trust
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory FCT minister Nyesom Wike has arrived at the UNIPORT to deliver its 36th Convocation lecture titled: ‘Leadership and Infrastructure Development in Nigeria: Lessons for future leaders” on Saturday.
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Just in: PDP angry over deliberate misrepresentation of court judgements, wants defaulters severely punished
…..declares the Court of Appeal did not nullify the constitutionality or legality of the Caretaker Committe
By Kayode Sanni-Arewa
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has demanded for stiff sanctions against deliberate misrepresentation of court judgements insisting it’s time to wield the big stick.
This was contained in a statement issued and signed by Hon. Jungudo Haruna Mohammed
National Publicity Secretary stating that
The major opposition in Nigeria in the statement said, “is deeply disturbed by the persistent and deliberate distortion of judicial pronouncements by a group of individuals falsely parading themselves as the Interim National Working Committee of the Party.
” The latest instance is contained in a press statement issued by one Comrade Ini Ememobong, a legal practitioner, on June 3, 2026, on behalf of the said group. Of particular concern are paragraphs three and four of the statement, which contain claims, conclusions, and interpretations that are not only misleading but are entirely inconsistent with the clear, unambiguous, and unequivocal contents of the judgment of the Court of Appeal.
” The Party considers this development a dangerous assault on the integrity of the judiciary and the administration of justice. It is particularly disturbing that individuals who are members of the legal profession, including a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, would engage in the distortion and misrepresentation of a clear judicial pronouncement for partisan political purposes.
“The PDP states unequivocally that the Certified True Copy (CTC) of the ruling of the Court of Appeal delivered by Justice Uchechukwu Onyemenam on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, and certified on Friday, June 5, 2026, speaks for itself and leaves no room for the false narratives currently being circulated across the media and social media platforms.
The publicity scribe further stressed that: “It is therefore shocking that legal practitioners would seek to attribute statements, conclusions, and declarations to the Court that are completely absent from the judgment itself.
” Such conduct amounts to an attempt to mislead the public, create confusion, and undermine confidence in the judicial process. This constitutes contempt of court and must be treated as such.
“For the avoidance of doubt, the Court of Appeal did not nullify the constitutionality or legality of the Caretaker Committee of the Party from which the present National Working Committee emerged. Rather, the Court dismissed the appeal on the grounds that it constituted an academic exercise and an attempt to relitigate issues that had already been conclusively determined by both the Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court. Consequently, the judgment of the Federal High Court, Ibadan, delivered on January 30, 2026, remains valid, subsisting, binding, and fully enforceable.
” The Party wishes to place on record that at no point from the first page to the last page of the ruling did the Court of Appeal make any pronouncement concerning Mr. A. K. Ajibade, SAN, or Senator Samuel N. Anyanwu, as falsely claimed by those promoting misleading interpretations of the judgment.
“Any attempt to suggest otherwise amounts to a deliberate distortion of the clear and unambiguous decision of the Court. Such conduct is considered misleading, irresponsible, and calculated to deceive the public, undermine confidence in the judiciary, create confusion, and heighten political tension.
“Even more disturbing is the circulation on social media of purported excerpts of the Court of Appeal ruling, with portions highlighted in green ink and presented as part of the Court’s decision.
” A careful examination of the authentic Certified True Copy of the ruling reveals that several of the highlighted portions being circulated neither emanated from nor formed part of the judgment delivered by the Court.
“The Party considers this development extremely serious and calls on the relevant security and regulatory authorities to immediately investigate the source and purpose of such materials and take appropriate action in accordance with the law.
“The Legal Practitioners Disciplinary Committee (LPDC) and the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) are urged to rise to the occasion by investigating the conduct of legal practitioners who deliberately misrepresent court judgments and use their professional standing to promote falsehoods capable of bringing the legal profession into disrepute.
“The Party further reminds all media organizations of their responsibility to uphold the highest standards of professionalism. Media houses are urged to seek proper legal guidance and verify the contents of court judgments before disseminating interpretations that may mislead the public or inflame political tensions.
” The judiciary remains the last hope of the common man. Its decisions must be respected, faithfully represented, and protected from manipulation by individuals seeking political advantage. The deliberate misrepresentation of court judgments constitutes a grave threat to the rule of law and the credibility of democratic institutions.
“The PDP therefore calls for immediate action against all persons found to have knowingly distorted the judgment of the Court. Failure to act decisively will only embolden those who seek to weaponize misinformation against the judiciary and weaken public confidence in the administration of justice.
“Politics should never descend to the level where judicial pronouncements are fraudulently twisted, manipulated, and misrepresented to serve narrow partisan interests. This is politics taken too far.
“The sanctity of the judiciary must be protected. The truth must prevail, and those who seek to undermine the authority of the courts through deliberate misrepresentation must be held accountable in accordance with the law.
“The relevant security and regulatory agencies are further urged to urgently investigate these developments and take all necessary actions within the ambit of the law. No individual, regardless of status or professional standing, should be permitted to misrepresent the decisions of a court of competent jurisdiction without consequence.
“Finally, the PDP urges members of the public, media organizations, party members, and stakeholders to disregard in its entirety the false and misleading narratives suggesting that the Court of Appeal has invalidated the present National Working Committee of the Party.
” The Party further appeals for continued support for the leadership of Hon. Abdulrahman Mohammed and Senator Samuel N. Anyanwu in their commitment to providing a viable and credible alternative political direction for Nigeria.
By Kayode Sanni-Arewa
Veteran forward Aishat Oshoala and Everton star Toni Payne were on the scoresheet as Nigeria defeated Senegal 2-1 in a friendly match on Friday as the Super Falcons continue preparations for the defence of their Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) crown.
Solid first-half performance from the Super Falcons saw Nigeria take a two-goal cushion.
Payne gave Nigeria the lead in the 32nd minute of the clash, firing into the net from a nicely teed-up ball from right-back Shukurat Oladipo.
The Super Falcons then made it two at the Remo Stars Sports Complex, Ikenne, Ogun State, thanks to a spot kick from Oshoala.
Préparation #WAFCON2026 | Le Sénégal s’incline sur le score de 2 buts à 1 face au Nigeria pour son premier match amical de la semaine. Rendez-vous ce lundi 8 juin pour le remake entre les deux sélections. #NGASEN #FriendlyGame
Skipper Rasheedat Ajibade was close to adding to the tally before the break but saw her effort served by the Senegalese goalkeeper Khadi Faye.
As expected, the African champions continued to enjoy the lion’s share of possession upon resumption of the game.
They could have scored more as the match wore on.
However, the visitors responded late into the game. The Teranga Lionesses scored a consolation goal in the 87th minute from a Sokhna Pene long-range effort to reduce the deficit. Despite a brief spell of pressure from Senegal, Justin Madugu’s ladies held on to get the win.
FT in Ikenne
Nigeria 2-1 Senegal
Goals from Asisat Oshoala and Toni Payne get us the W.#SoarSuperFalcons
NGSuper_Falcons (@NGSuper_Falcons) June 5, 2026
Nigeria and Senegal will battle it out again at the same venue on Monday as they intensify preparations for the 2026 WAFCON billed for between July and August.
The Super Falcons are 10-time winners of the WAFCON.
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