How to Verify Land Documents in Lagos Before Buying

How to Verify Land Documents in Lagos Before Buying

Avoid land scams in Lagos! Learn how to verify land documents like C of O, Deed of Assignment, and Survey Plan before buying any property in Nigeria.

With the rise in land scams in Lagos, it’s more important than ever to do due diligence before making a purchase. Here’s a step by step guide on verifying land documentation in 2025.

Key Land Documents to Check 1. C of O (Certificate of Occupancy)

• Confirms government approval of ownership.

2. Deed of Assignment

• Transfers legal ownership from seller to buyer.

3. Survey Plan

• Shows exact size, boundary, and location of the land.

4. Governor’s Consent

• Mandatory if you’re buying a land that already has a C of O.

How to Verify

• Survey Plan: Take it to the Surveyor General’s Office

• C of O & Title: Check at the Lagos Land Registry (Alausa)

• Deed of Assignment: Review with a trusted real estate lawyer

⚠ Warning Signs of Fraud

• Seller cannot produce original documents

• Documents have inconsistent names

• No official receipts or allocation letters

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