According to her, she made a part payment of GH¢18,000 to secure a two-bedroom apartment in Dansoman, Accra.
The full rent for two years was agreed at GH¢28,800. She said the landlord promised to complete renovations before she moved in, but weeks later, the apartment remained in poor condition.
However, by the end of August, none of these promises had been fulfilled.
“When we came to check, nothing had been done. My pastor was supposed to pray over the apartment before we moved in, but it was not possible because the place was not ready. He has collected GH¢18,000 already, yet the house is still not completed,” she lamented.
Her frustration was further heightened because her old tenancy had already expired, and she had packed her belongings in preparation to move into the new home.
The delays left her stranded and uncertain about where to stay.
The woman also questioned the integrity of the landlord, wondering why he would collect such a large amount of money without fulfilling his side of the agreement.
“I don’t understand why someone will take this money and leave the tenant in such a desperate situation. It is unfair,” she stressed.
Her story quickly gained attention online, sparking debates about Ghana’s rental system and the challenges many tenants face.
Several social media users sympathized with her, while others criticized the high cost of accommodation in Accra.
Commentators noted that many landlords in the city often demand huge sums of money in advance without ensuring that the property is in good condition.
Some called for stricter laws to protect tenants from exploitation, while others advised prospective renters to insist on written agreements before making payments.