Private Rental Agreement Template for Nigeria

1. Parties: Identification and details of the landlord and tenant, including full legal names, addresses, and contact information

2. Background: Brief context of the rental arrangement and property ownership

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement defined for clarity

4. Property Details: Complete description of the rental property, including address and specific areas included/excluded

5. Term of Tenancy: Duration of the lease, start date, and end date

6. Rent and Payment Terms: Rental amount, payment schedule, method of payment, and late payment consequences

7. Security Deposit: Amount, terms of holding, and conditions for return

8. Utilities and Services: Responsibility for utility payments and services

9. Maintenance and Repairs: Responsibilities of landlord and tenant for property maintenance

10. Use of Property: Permitted uses of the property and restrictions

11. Tenant Obligations: General responsibilities and conduct requirements for the tenant

12. Landlord Obligations: General responsibilities of the landlord

13. Entry and Inspection: Conditions under which landlord may enter the property

14. Termination: Conditions and process for ending the tenancy

15. Notices: How formal communications between parties should be made

16. Governing Law: Specification of Nigerian law and relevant state jurisdiction

17. Signing: Execution clause and space for signatures

1. Schedule 1 - Inventory: Detailed list of furniture, appliances, and fittings provided with the property

2. Schedule 2 - Property Condition Report: Detailed description of property condition at start of tenancy

3. Schedule 3 - House Rules: Specific rules and regulations for the property or building

4. Schedule 4 - Payment Schedule: Detailed breakdown of rent payments and due dates

5. Appendix A - Photographs: Documentary photographs of property condition

6. Appendix B - Floor Plan: Layout of the property showing included areas