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The Room Lease Agreement serves as a legally binding contract between a landlord and tenant for the rental of a specific room within a property in Nigeria. This document is essential for both residential and commercial property managers who offer individual room rentals, particularly common in urban areas, student housing, and shared living arrangements. The agreement must comply with Nigerian federal property laws and state-specific tenancy regulations, incorporating mandatory notice periods, rent review provisions, and dispute resolution mechanisms. It typically includes detailed terms regarding rent payment, security deposits, utilities, maintenance responsibilities, and house rules. This document is particularly important in protecting both parties' interests while ensuring clarity in their respective rights and obligations under Nigerian law.

1. Parties: Identifies and provides full details of the landlord and tenant, including legal names, addresses, and contact information

2. Background: Brief context explaining the intent to lease the room and basic property information

3. Definitions: Defines key terms used throughout the agreement including 'Premises', 'Common Areas', 'Term', 'Rent', etc.

4. Property Description: Detailed description of the room being leased and any included facilities or furnishings

5. Term of Lease: Specifies the duration of the lease, start date, and end date

6. Rent and Payment Terms: Details the rent amount, payment schedule, method of payment, and late payment penalties

7. Security Deposit: Specifies the deposit amount, terms of holding, and conditions for return

8. Utilities and Services: Outlines responsibility for utility payments and included services

9. Maintenance and Repairs: Defines responsibilities for maintenance, repairs, and property upkeep

10. Use of Premises: Specifies permitted use of the room and any restrictions

11. House Rules: Basic rules regarding noise, guests, cleaning, and use of common areas

12. Termination: Conditions and process for ending the lease, including notice requirements

13. Governing Law: Specifies that Nigerian law governs the agreement

14. Signatures: Space for parties to sign and date the agreement