‎Before paying for land described as excised or gazetted, consider verifying. ‎- The property's exact survey coordinates and boundaries. ‎- The relevant government acquisition status. ‎- The authenticity and relevance of the documents presented. ‎- Whether the particular parcel falls within the stated excised area. ‎- The root of title or interest being offered. ‎- Whether there are competing claims or litigation. ‎- Whether the land has been previously sold or encumbered. ‎- Any applicable state-specific requirements for registration or perfection of title. ‎A qualified surveyor and property lawyer can play different but complementary roles in this process. ‎Don't Confuse “Cheap” With “Safe” ‎Excision-related properties are sometimes marketed aggressively because buyers are...

Think of it this way: C of O: Evidence of a granted right of occupancy. Deed of Assignment: Records the transfer of an interest from one party to another. Survey Plan: Identifies and describes the physical parcel of land. Before buying property, don't simply ask, “Does this land have a C of O?” Ask the bigger questions: Who owns it? What exactly is being transferred? Where exactly is the land? Is the title genuine? Are there restrictions, competing...

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Lagos’s real estate landscape continues its upward trajectory, with infrastructure expansion and economic activity driving robust property demand across both island and mainland markets. Whether you’re buying land for long-term appreciation or developing...

Verifying land title before buying property in Nigeria is essential to avoid financial loss and legal complications. By checking title documents, conducting land registry searches, verifying survey plans, investigating ownership history