Cynthia Ezegwu
The Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has said that the proposed Lagos Tenancy Bill currently before the State House of Assembly is aimed at balancing the interests of landlords and tenants while resolving recurring housing disputes in the state.
Speaking on Wednesday at the inauguration of the Sunny Ajose Housing Estate in Ajara, Badagry, Sanwo-Olu said the bill was designed to “protect tenants and landlords alike” and promote a fair and transparent rental system across Lagos.
According to him, the bill, developed in collaboration with the State House of Assembly, seeks to modernise tenancy laws and address what he described as “naughty, naughty issues” between landlords and tenants.
“Everybody wants to be a landlord. But you must also have tenants who can survive and pay rent. The new law seeks a working partnership between both parties so that landlords earn income, and tenants live decently,” the governor said.
He explained that the proposed law would help reduce housing conflicts, streamline tenancy agreements, and prevent property owners from exploiting tenants through unfair charges or arbitrary evictions.
Sanwo-Olu also highlighted the success of the state’s rent-to-own and rent-to-live housing schemes, saying they were already helping residents transition into home ownership. He added that the new legal framework would further strengthen these initiatives to make housing more affordable and sustainable.
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“We are encouraging everyone to take advantage of the rent-to-own initiative. The goal is to make housing affordable and sustainable for every Lagos resident,” he said.
The governor reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to tackling housing challenges through policies that promote affordability, accessibility, and equity, in line with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
He assured residents that Lagos would continue to collaborate with the private sector and local communities to deliver modern, inclusive housing solutions.
“The tenancy bill is a continuation of that partnership — a system where the government, landlords, and tenants all win,” Sanwo-Olu added.