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Stop the eviction: 4 months of rent for Obiageli's family in Gwagwalada

A 10-day notice to quit arrived last week. Obiageli needs $700 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Gwagwalada.

🇳🇬 Gwagwalada, Abuja FCT, Nigeria2,346 views

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Gwagwalada

When my hours were cut in half in May, I fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Thursday a 10-day notice to quit was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $700. My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by August, 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 weekend shifts, 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 $700 goes: • Rent arrears (4 months): $490 • Late fees and court costs: $20 • Utilities in arrears: $30 • First month of rent as a buffer: $160 Thanks for reading all this.

due date: 2026-08-13
bill type: Rent arrears

#rent #eviction-prevention #family #housing

Updates from Obiageli

Quick update: $206 raised so far (29%). the first invoice got paid this week. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

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