08/08/2026
HOW TO PERFECT YOUR LAND TITLE IN LAGOS : From C of O to Governor’s Consent
Buying land in Lagos is only the beginning. If you want your property investment to be secure, properly documented, and easier to sell, develop, or use as collateral, you need to understand title perfection.
If you purchased land with a Certificate of Occupancy (C of O) or acquired an interest in a property that already has a C of O, the next stage may involve obtaining the necessary Governor’s Consent for the transfer of the interest.
So, what does the process involve?
1️⃣ Conduct proper due diligence
Before starting perfection, verify the property's ownership, title, survey, acquisition status, planning restrictions and any government encumbrance.
2️⃣ Prepare the relevant documents
Depending on the transaction, documents may include the Deed of Assignment, Survey Plan, existing C of O, identification documents, tax documents and other required supporting documents.
3️⃣ Apply for Governor’s Consent
Where the transaction involves the transfer of an interest in land already covered by a C of O, the required application for Governor’s Consent is made through the appropriate Lagos State land administration process.
4️⃣ Pay the applicable fees
Statutory fees and other applicable charges may be assessed based on the transaction and property.
5️⃣ Government processing and verification
The relevant authorities review the application and conduct necessary checks before consent is granted.
6️⃣ Registration of the transaction
After obtaining the required consent, the transaction should be properly registered so that the purchaser's interest is reflected in the official land records.
If you are buying land in Lagos—whether you live in Nigeria, the UK, USA, Canada, UAE or anywhere in the diaspora—do not just ask, “Is there C of O?”
Ask: “What is the title status, and what exactly do I need to do to perfect my interest?”
Invest with information. Verify before you pay. Perfect your title after purchase.
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