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Kogi Assembly Considers Law To Regulate Rent, Establish Control Board: Tenancy Law
Kogi Assembly Considers Law To Regulate Rent, Establish Control Board: Tenancy Law
Kogi assembly considers law to regulate rent, establish control board: tenancy law. Akus Lawal, the member representing Ankpa I state constituency in the Kogi house of assembly, has proposed a bill seeking to overhaul the state’s rental system.
The bill, titled Kogi state tenancy law, 2025, was presented on the floor of the assembly on Wednesday.
Lawal, who chairs the house committee on finance and economic planning, said the bill is intended to replace the Rent Control and Recovery of Residential Premises Law enacted in 2007.
He said the new legislation would improve administrative efficiency, enhance legal clarity, and align tenancy regulation with present-day realities.
According to the lawmaker, the proposed law seeks to establish a rent control board and a rent control task force with powers to set standard rent rates and ensure compliance across the state.
Sections 8 to 11 of the draft bill empower the board to regulate landlord and tenant activities, including enforcement of the governor’s authority to impose rent ceilings.
Under section 13, rent-related complaints must first be submitted to the board before they can be taken to court.
Section 15 gives landlords and tenants the right to request a review or variation of rent rates through the board.
Sections 16 and 17 outline specific rights and duties for both parties, aimed at fostering a balanced rental relationship.
The bill also introduces penalties under sections 19 to 25, 36, 54 to 55 and 59 for unlawful evictions, rent racketeering, and refusal to issue receipts.
Agents will be required to register with the rent control board and cannot charge more than five percent of the rent sum as agency fees, as stated in sections 13, 18 and 20.
Section 18 prohibits landlords and agents from collecting more than 12 months’ rent in advance, with penalties attached for violations.
Landlords will also be mandated to register their premises, maintain rent books, and submit tenants’ personal details to the board for security purposes.
Kogi Assembly Considers Law To Regulate Rent
A rent tax will apply to landlords who earn more than N3 million annually from rental income, according to section 13.
Section 25 criminalises impersonation by fake landlords or agents attempting to fraudulently collect rent.
Sections 23 and 24 prescribe sanctions for board officials and property owners found guilty of bribery or collusion.
The bill prohibits rent-related matters from being reported to police or security agents except where criminal activity is involved, in line with section 13.
Lawal said the bill is intended to create “checks and balances” that promote peace, transparency, and fairness in Kogi’s housing sector.
He said the proposed law would ensure lawful coexistence between landlords and tenants while strengthening the legal framework governing property rentals.
EFCC Releases Ex-AGF Malami After Hours Of Interrogation
EFCC releases ex-AGF Malami after hours of interrogation. He said he would return for further questioning.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has released the former attorney general of the federation and minister of justice, Abubakar Malami, after hours of interrogation by the anti-graft team.
Mr Malami confirmed his release in his X account on Saturday. The former minister said that he had been released and scheduled for another meeting with investigators.
He said that the reality behind the “fabricated allegations” levelled against him would become clearer with time.
“In line with my undertaking to keep Nigerians updated on my invitation by EFCC, I give glory to Allah for his divine intervention. “The engagement was successful and I am eventually released while on an appointment for further engagement as the truth relating to the fabricated allegations against me continues to unfold.”
EFCC Releases Ex-AGF Malami After Hours Of Interrogation
The EFCC had summoned Mr Malami through a letter dated November 24, and signed by Sunday Ofen-Imu on behalf of its chairman, Ola Olukoyede.
The EFCC did not disclose the specific allegations for which Mr Malami was invited.
Kano NSCDC Nabs 11 Suspected Hoodlums With Dangerous Weapons
Kano NSCDC nabs 11 suspected hoodlums with dangerous weapons. According to Mr Idris-Abdullahi, the suspects were arrested on Wednesday at about 1:00 a.m.
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Kano State command, says it has arrested a gang of 11 suspected hoodlums found in possession of dangerous weapons in Mariri, Kumbotso Local Government Area.
This is contained in a statement issued on Friday in Kano by the command’s public relations officer, SC Ibrahim Idris-Abdullahi.
He listed the suspects as Idris Muhammad,20, Abubakar Shuaibu,24, Sagiru Hassan Yusuf, 25, Idris Muhammad Morata, 25, and Anas Rabiu, 23.
Others were Yahaya Muhammad, 29, Khalid Idris, 28, Muhammad Adamu, 19, Muktar Auwal Muktar ,22, Salim Muktar, 18, and Saifullahi Nuhu,18.
According to Mr Idris-Abdullahi, operatives of the command apprehended the suspects on Wednesday at about 1:00 a.m, armed with dangerous local weapons.
NSCDC
“The gang was on a rampage after attending a local traditional festival in Mariri area and were attacking residents and dispossessing them of their belongings.
“The gang also stormed a nearby NSCDC outpost in Mariri, attacked and left a staff fractured in the office” he said
Idris-Abdullahi listed the items recovered to include six cutlasses, swords and a pair of scissors.
He added that the command’s intelligence and investigation department had concluded investigations and the suspects would be charged to court.
Idris-Abdullahi quoted the state commandant, Mohammed Hassan-Agalama, as reaffirming the command’s commitment to tackling criminal activities, protecting critical national assets and safeguarding public peace in Kano State.
Lagos Police Nab 26 Over Counterfeit Currency, Adulterated Diesel
Lagos Police nab 26 over counterfeit currency, adulterated diesel. The police said N951,300 in counterfeit notes was recovered from the suspects’ premises during the raid.
The police command in Lagos has apprehended 26 suspects over counterfeit currency and adulterated diesel in the Eti-Osa and Lekki areas. The command spokesperson, SP Abimbola Adebisi, confirmed this in a statement on Friday.
She said the suspects were apprehended on Thursday afternoon during a joint operation conducted by police officers and officials of the Kick Against Indiscipline.
According to her, a total of N951,300 in counterfeit notes was recovered from the suspects’ premises during the raid.
The spokesperson said investigations revealed that four of the suspects were directly involved in the production and distribution of adulterated diesel and engine oil, locally known as ‘rice and beans’.
“The illicit product was sold to unsuspecting motorists across the area. Two other suspects were identified as suppliers of the adulterated petroleum products,” she said.
Police Arrests
Ms Adebisi said that police commissioner Olohundare Jimoh warned all criminally minded individuals to desist from their nefarious activities.
“CP Jimoh cautioned that anyone involved in acts that threaten public peace or economic stability will face the full weight of the law,” she said.
She assured residents that Lagos remains safe, reiterating that the command is in control of the security situation and has prioritised the safety and well-being of all residents.
She urged the public to provide credible and timely information that could assist the police in apprehending criminals and preventing crime.
“Public cooperation remains essential to sustaining the peace and security for which Lagos state is known,” she said.
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