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Stop the eviction: 3 months of rent for Grace's family in Lagos

After the loss of a second income, Grace is 3 months behind on rent and has a termination letter from the landlord.

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Grace Lilian Afolabi
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Lagos
After a car accident that kept me from work for 8 weeks, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Sunday a termination letter was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $350. My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by September, we must leave. I have a teenager still in school 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 extra hours at a market stall, and I'm applying for help from local services, but nothing will arrive in time without the rest of the gap covered here. Funds go to the landlord and nowhere else. Any amount left over after the arrears are cleared will go toward next month's rent. Where the $350 goes: • Rent arrears (3 months): $280 • Late fees and court costs: $45 • Utilities in arrears: $25 Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself.
due date
2026-07-24
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

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