Eviction Notice Sample in Nigeria

FORMAL NOTICE TO QUIT AND NOTICE OF OWNER’S INTENTION TO RECOVER POSSESSION

THIS NOTICE TO QUIT (hereinafter referred to as the "Notice") is issued this [Day] day of [Month], [Year] (the "Effective Date"), by:

LANDLORD: [Full Name/Company Name], of [Registered Address/Residential Address], (hereinafter referred to as the "Lessor").

TENANT: [Full Name/Company Name], of [Property Address], (hereinafter referred to as the "Lessee").

1. RECITALS

WHEREAS, the Lessor is the legal owner of the premises situated at [Insert Full Property Address] (the "Premises");

WHEREAS, the Lessee currently occupies the Premises pursuant to a Tenancy Agreement dated [Date of original agreement] (the "Lease Agreement");

WHEREAS, the Lessor desires to terminate the tenancy and recover possession of the Premises in accordance with the [Relevant State Tenancy Law, e.g., Recovery of Premises Act, Lagos State Tenancy Law 2011] and the common law applicable in [Jurisdiction, e.g., Federal Republic of Nigeria].

2. OPERATIONAL DEFINITIONS

2.1. "Premises" means the property described in the preamble including all fixtures, fittings, and appurtenances thereto. 2.2. "Statutory Notice Period" means the duration of time prescribed by the applicable state law for the termination of a tenancy, notwithstanding the terms of the Lease Agreement. 2.3. "Arrears" means any outstanding rent, utility charges, or service fees due and payable by the Lessee to the Lessor under the Lease Agreement. 2.4. "Default" means the failure of the Lessee to comply with any term, condition, or covenant contained herein or in the Lease Agreement.

3. SUBSTANTIVE TERMS AND OBLIGATIONS

3.1. Termination: The Lessor hereby gives the Lessee formal notice to quit and deliver up possession of the Premises on or before [Date], being the expiration of the [e.g., Six (6) Months] notice period as required by law. 3.2. Cessation of Use: Upon the expiration of the date specified in Clause 3.1, the Lessee shall cease all occupation of the Premises and vacate the property in good tenantable condition, fair wear and tear excepted. 3.3. Outstanding Obligations: The Lessee shall, prior to vacating, satisfy all outstanding payments of [Currency Amount] representing accrued rent or service charges up to the date of surrender. 3.4. Inspection: The Lessor or his authorized agent shall conduct a final inspection of the Premises within forty-eight (48) hours of the Lessee’s departure to verify the condition of the property.

4. DEFAULT, TERMINATION, AND REMEDIES

4.1. Failure to Vacate: Should the Lessee fail to deliver vacant possession upon the expiration of this Notice, the Lessor shall be entitled to initiate recovery of possession proceedings in a Court of competent jurisdiction. 4.2. Cure Period: Notwithstanding the foregoing, if the Notice is issued due to a breach of covenant (other than non-payment of rent), the Lessee shall have a cure period of thirty (30) business days from the receipt of this Notice to rectify such breach, failing which the termination shall proceed as scheduled. 4.3. Legal Costs: The Lessee shall be liable for all reasonable legal fees and administrative costs incurred by the Lessor in the enforcement of this Notice and the recovery of possession should the Lessee fail to comply voluntarily.

5. BOILERPLATE LEGAL PROVISIONS

5.1. Governing Law: This Notice shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [State/Jurisdiction] and the Federal Republic of Nigeria. 5.2. Dispute Resolution: Any dispute arising from this Notice shall first be attempted to be settled via negotiation. If unresolved within fourteen (14) days, the matter shall be referred to a Court of competent jurisdiction in the [State] Judicial Division. 5.3. Entire Agreement: This Notice constitutes the entire understanding between the parties regarding the termination of the tenancy and supersedes all prior oral or written communications. 5.4. Severability: If any provision of this Notice is held to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be severed, and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. 5.5. Force Majeure: No party shall be liable for failure to perform its obligations hereunder if such failure results from circumstances beyond their reasonable control, including acts of God or governmental restrictions.

6. FORMAL EXECUTION BLOCK

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Lessor has executed this Notice as of the date first above written.

LESSOR: Signature: __________________________ Name: [Signatory Name] Title: [Title, e.g., Owner/Director] Date: ______________________________

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RECEIPT (BY LESSEE): Receipt of this Notice is hereby acknowledged by the Lessee.

Signature: __________________________ Name: [Signatory Name] Date: ______________________________