How to Verify a Property Title in Nigeria Before You Pay

Buying land or a house in Nigeria without verifying the title is one of the most common ways people lose money. Here is what a proper title check actually involves, and why it matters.

What documents to ask for

Certificate of Occupancy, Deed of Assignment, Survey Plan, and Governor's Consent are the core documents. Each one tells a different part of the story.

• C of O confirms government-recognised ownership
• Survey plan confirms the exact boundaries
• Governor's Consent confirms a transfer was properly registered

DenHunt's title verification service checks all of these against government records directly, so you are not relying on the seller's word alone.