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Keep a roof over Olumide's head in Abuja
A car accident left Olumide short on rent for 2 months; help us stay in our home.
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When my hours were cut in half in June, I fell 2 months behind on rent. Last Thursday a 10-day notice to quit was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $600.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by October, we must leave.
I've 1 children at home. Moving isn't just an expense - it would mean new schools, a new commute and no deposit to put down anywhere else.
I have started working two part-time jobs, and I'm applying for help from local services, but nothing will arrive in time without the rest of the gap covered here.
The money will be paid directly to the landlord and I'll upload the receipt once it's done.
Where the $600 goes:
• Rent arrears (2 months): $380
• Late fees and court costs: $35
• Utilities in arrears: $20
• First month of rent as a buffer: $165
I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
- due date
- 2026-10-04
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Olumide
Update from Abuja: the plan for utilities in arrears is now scheduled. We're at 19% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.
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Take care, Olumide. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon.
you're not alone, Olumide. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Love from Bacoor.
Thinking of you and your family. Your post was clear and honest. After 9 years in hospitality I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Thinking of Abuja
Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. After 16 years in retail I know how hard it's to ask for anything.
Sending strength, Olumide. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. Take care.
Stay strong, Olumide. It takes guts to ask. Well done!
Sending love, Olumide. This could happen to any of us. After 12 years in farming I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Thinking of Abuja
It takes guts to ask. Well done. Read this on the bus and kept thinking about it all day. Greetings from Quezon City
Take care. I hope things turn around soon. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust. Greetings from Stockholm!
Wishing you peace, Olumide. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together.
Your post was clear and honest. Greetings from Sacramento.