Renting an apartment in Abuja may soon require more than just a handshake and a deposit. Lawmakers are pushing for a new law that would make formal identification compulsory for anyone looking to rent in the capital city.
The proposed legislation is designed to strengthen tenancy regulations across the board. A key part of the push is holding landlords directly accountable for verifying the identities of prospective tenants before handing over any keys.
If passed, this would mark a significant shift in how the rental market operates in Abuja, where informal arrangements have long been the norm. Whether tenants and landlords are ready for that shift is the conversation worth watching.
Originally published by Premium Times.