Principle

LAND LAW β€” Customary Tenancy β€” Nature of Interest β€” Indefinite Duration

Area of law
LAND LAW
Court
Supreme Court

Customary tenancy grants an indefinite interest. The tenant may remain indefinitely as long as obligations are met. The principle applies to customary land grants. The tenant has security of tenure. The landlord cannot arbitrarily terminate. The rule protects customary tenants. The court will examine the…

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