Residential Tenancy Agreement Template for Nigeria

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

2. Background: Brief context about the property and purpose of the agreement

3. Definitions: Definitions of key terms used throughout the agreement including 'Premises', 'Term', 'Rent', 'Security Deposit'

4. Demise: The formal grant of tenancy, specifying the property being let

5. Term and Commencement: Duration of the tenancy and start date

6. Rent and Payment Terms: Rent amount, payment frequency, method of payment, and due dates

7. Security Deposit: Amount, payment terms, and conditions for return of the security deposit

8. Utilities and Services: Responsibility for payment of utilities, services, and other charges

9. Tenant's Obligations: Comprehensive list of tenant's responsibilities including maintenance, use of premises, and conduct

10. Landlord's Obligations: Comprehensive list of landlord's responsibilities including repairs, maintenance, and statutory obligations

11. Repairs and Maintenance: Detailed breakdown of repair and maintenance responsibilities

12. Insurance: Requirements for insurance coverage by both parties

13. Access and Inspection: Landlord's rights of access and inspection procedures

14. Termination: Conditions and procedures for termination of the tenancy

15. Notices: Process for serving notices between parties

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

1. Schedule 1 - Property Description: Detailed description of the property including boundaries and included fixtures/fittings

2. Schedule 2 - Inventory and Condition Report: Detailed list of furnishings and their condition at the start of tenancy

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

4. Schedule 4 - Utility Readings: Initial meter readings for utilities at commencement of tenancy

5. Schedule 5 - Approved Alterations: List of any pre-approved alterations or improvements

6. Appendix A - Photographic Evidence: Photos documenting the condition of the property at commencement

7. Appendix B - Required Certificates: Copies of relevant safety certificates and permits