Who Is Responsible for Repairing a Broken Gate in a Rented Apartment?

Please, I need advice. I have lived in my apartment for just over three years. My landlord recently died, and his son has now taken charge of the property. The estate gate has been broken for some time. The new person in charge says the tenants must pay for the repairs, claiming that this is what the law requires. Is that correct? Under Nigerian tenancy rules, should tenants repair a broken compound gate, or is it the landlord’s responsibility?

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