Land & Titles
9 articles on land & titles, written for Nigerians building at home and from abroad.
How to Get a Certificate of Occupancy in Edo State: EDOGIS Process, Fees and Timeline (2026)
C of O in Edo State explained. The EDOGIS application process, required documents, planning figures for fees, realistic timelines and common mistakes.
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How Much Does a Land Survey Cost in Nigeria? (2026 Guide)
Land survey costs in Nigeria for 2026, survey plan production, beaconing, topographic surveys, cadastral searches, and what determines the price you pay.
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Excision and Gazette in Nigeria: What They Are and Why They Matter to Buyers
Excision and gazette explained for Nigerian land buyers. How land leaves government acquisition, why the gazette reference matters, and how to verify it.
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Topographic vs Cadastral Survey: Which One Do You Need in Nigeria?
Topographic and cadastral surveys explained. What each one produces, when you need which, what they cost in Nigeria, and why both matter.
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Family Land vs Government Land vs Community Land: Which Is Safe to Buy in Nigeria?
Family land, government land, community land and freehold land in Nigeria. How each is sold, what makes them safe, and which ones to avoid.
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How to Verify a Land Title in Nigeria: 5 Checks Before You Pay
A practical 5-step land title verification process for Nigeria. Cadastral search, survey plan checks, inspection, and the red flags that expose fake documents.
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Land Documents Checklist: What You Must Demand Before Buying Land in Nigeria
The complete land documents checklist for Nigeria, survey plan, C of O, deed of assignment, receipts, and the searches that verify each document.
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How to Get a Certificate of Occupancy in Nigeria: Complete 2026 Guide
C of O in Nigeria explained, what it is, why banks and buyers demand it, how long it takes, what it costs in 2026, and the step-by-step process.
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C of O vs Governor's Consent vs Deed of Assignment: Which Do You Actually Have?
C of O, Governor’s Consent and Deed of Assignment explained. What each document proves, who needs which, and the mistake that leaves buyers without title.
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