C of O

Buying or selling land in Nigeria often comes with a lot of confusion, especially when it comes to property documents. Terms like Certificate of Occupancy (C of O), Deed of Assignment, and Governor’s Consent are frequently mentioned, yet many property buyers and even sellers do not clearly understand what each one means or how they differ. This lack of clarity has led to costly mistakes, disputes,...

Owning land in Nigeria is one of the most important investments anyone can make. However, true ownership goes beyond just buying or inheriting a piece of land — it requires legal recognition. That’s where the certificate of land ownership in Nigeria comes in. In Nigeria, thousands of landowners lose their property rights every year because they fail to obtain the right ownership documents. Having a...