The homeowners, who sought N100million in damages, claimed that despite not providing certain services stipulated in the land sales and management agreement, CMB unilaterally increased its service charges without consulting them. The estate management company further averred that a reticulation fees was levied on the homeowners to facilitate the connection of the central water treatment reservoir to their homes. CBM insisted that the service charge was increased to N35, 000 monthly to enable it meet its obligation to the landowners. The court is of the firm view that the residents/homeowners must pay service charge as contained in the contract agreement. Although PW2 stated under cross-examination that his tenants paid service charge, there was no evidence tendered to show payment.

Source: The Guardian May 17, 2022 03:28 UTC