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Stop the eviction: 5 months of rent for Yakubu's family in Kaduna
After a divorce, Yakubu is 5 months behind on rent and has a notice to vacate from the landlord.
🇳🇬 800171, Kaduna, Kaduna, Nigeria531 views
After a sudden layoff at the construction firm, I fell 5 months behind on rent. Last Saturday a notice to vacate was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $200.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by March, we must leave.
I have a toddler and a baby 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.
The money will be paid directly to the landlord and I'll upload the receipt once it's done.
Where the $200 goes:
• Late fees and court costs: $35
• First month of rent as a buffer: $110
• Utilities in arrears: $55
With deep gratitude,
Yakubu
- due date
- 2026-02-27
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Yakubu
Quick update: $155 raised so far (78%). the first invoice got paid this week. Receipts coming as soon as I have them. - Yakubu
Update from Kaduna: I met with the landlord and confirmed the amounts. We're at 75% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us. - Yakubu
Small update. $120 so far, I met with the landlord and confirmed the amounts.
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Hang in there. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. My neighbor in Caxias do Sul donated after I showed her your page. All the best
Take care, Yakubu. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Greetings from Philadelphia