11/05/2026
You Bought the Land, But Does the Government Know It’s Yours?
The "C of O" trap is real, and it’s costing many Nigerian investors their peace of mind.
You’ve seen the "For Sale" signs.
You’ve verified the C of O at the Alausa or the Land Registry.
You’ve paid the millions, and you have the keys.
You think you’re safe.
But here is the hard truth: A Certificate of Occupancy is like a birth certificate.
It belongs to the original owner.
Until you obtain Governor’s Consent, that land still "officially" belongs to the person who sold it to you in the eyes of the State.
Why "Deed of Assignment" is Not Enough
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A Deed of Assignment shows you paid for the land.
But Governor’s Consent is what makes you the legal "Owner" in the government’s gazette. Without it:
✅ You can't use the land as Collateral: No bank will give you a loan on a property whose title isn't in your name.
✅ Legal Vulnerability: If the original owner runs into legal trouble or debt, that land could be "attached" because it’s still in their name.
✅ Resale Value: Smart investors will always beat down your price if you don't have your own Consent.
The 4-Step Journey to Absolute Peace of Mind
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To truly sleep with both eyes closed, you must transition that title.
Here is the process:
📍The Application: You submit your Deed of Assignment and the original or photocopied C of O to the Lands Bureau.
📍The Charting: The Surveyor General’s office "charts" the land to ensure it doesn't fall under any government acquisition.
📍The Assessment: The government calculates the fees (Stamp Duty, Registration, and Consent fees) based on the current value of the property.
📍 The Seal of Authority: The Governor (or his representative) signs off, and your name is officially entered into the records of the State.
Stop "Squatting" on Your Own Land!
Don't wait for a "Notice of Demolition" or a legal tussle to prove your ownership.
In the Nigerian real estate game, Documentation is the only true possession.
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