Buying land in Nigeria is a powerful step toward wealth and generational security — but it also comes with risks if you’re not informed. Land scams, unverified titles, and false claims are common traps for first-time buyers. That’s why we’ve created this Buyer’s Checklist to help you confidently spot verified land and avoid costly mistakes.
Whether you’re buying for your dream home, investment, or development, this guide—brought to you by Solap Signature Properties Ltd—is your key to safe and smart land ownership.
✅ 1. Demand to See the Land Title (C of O or R of O)
A verified land must have a Certificate of Occupancy (C of O) or Right of Occupancy (R of O). These are government-issued documents proving the legal status of the land.
🔍 Red Flag: If a seller says “we’ll get the papers later,” walk away.
✅ 2. Verify the Survey Plan and Beacon Numbers
Every legitimate plot has a survey plan showing exact size and boundaries. The beacon numbers can be checked at the Surveyor General’s office to confirm the land hasn’t been sold before or is under government acquisition.
💡 Tip: Solap Signature properties come with approved survey plans you can verify instantly.
✅ 3. Conduct a Land Search at the Land Registry
Do not rely on verbal promises. A land search will reveal if:
- The land is committed or freehold
- There are pending court cases or liens
- The seller is the rightful owner
🛡️ Safe lands are always traceable at the state or FCT land registry.
✅ 4. Avoid “Omo-Onile” Transactions Without Legal Backup
“Omo-Onile” are traditional land sellers with no formal title. While not all are fraudulent, many sell the same land multiple times or demand money after purchase (known as “settlement”).
🚫 Buy only from registered real estate developers like Solap Signature who handle all legal processes for you.
✅ 5. Check for Site Access and Physical Presence
Visit the land. Confirm there’s motorable access, boundary demarcation, and visible development. Lands in strategic areas like Karshi, Guzape, or Dakwo are now booming due to nearby infrastructure.
📍 Solap Signature ensures all estates are accessible, well-mapped, and ready to build.
✅ 6. Request a Deed of Assignment & Purchase Receipt
A verified land transaction should end with:
- A Deed of Assignment (transfers ownership)
- Payment Receipt
- Estate Layout Plan (if in a gated estate)
📝 Solap Signature provides a transparent and traceable documentation process.
✅ 7. Work With Professionals — Not Just Agents
Use a real estate lawyer or trusted developer. Many fake agents operate with forged documents.
With Solap Signature, every document is vetted and transactions are recorded for your peace of mind.
Buy Smart. Buy Safe. Buy from Solap Signature.
At Solap Signature Properties Ltd, we believe property ownership should be secure, stress-free, and rewarding. That’s why we provide:
- Genuine, titled properties
- Full documentation
- Flexible payment options
- 24/7 customer support and guidance
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