C of O, Governor's Consent or a village receipt? Not all land documents are equal in Nigeria. A clear guide to buying land safely — title checks, steps, costs, red flags and interest-free financing.
C of O
From the Certificate of Occupancy and Governor's Consent to stamp duty, capital gains tax and the annual Land Use Charge — a clear guide to the taxes and title documents every Nigerian property buyer must understand.
Land banking — buying land now and holding it as values rise — is one of Nigeria's most popular investment strategies. But it is also the category most targeted by fraudsters. This guide explains how to identify the right growth corridors, verify your title and protect yourself from the most common land fraud schemes.