Land Registration In Lagos

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Land Registration in Lagos; Ultimate Guide on How to Obtain a Governor's Consent in Lagos, Nigeria – 2024

Introduction

Understanding the Governor’s Consent

What is Governor’s Consent?

Why is Governor’s Consent Important?

• Legal Ownership : It confirms the legal transfer of land and prevents disputes.
• Bank Transactions : Without Governor’s Consent, land cannot be used as collateral for loans.
• Protection Against Fraud : Ensures that property transactions are legitimate and recorded.
• Enhances Market Value : Properties with Governor’s Consent are more valuable and easier to sell.

Step-by-Step Process of Obtaining a Governor’s Consent in Lagos

Step 1: Prepare the Required Documents

• Application letter to the Governor
• Duly completed Form 1C (Governor’s Consent Form)
• Deed of Assignment (duly stamped)
• Current Survey Plan
• Certificate of Occupancy (if applicable)
• Evidence of land use charge payment
• Means of identification (National ID, International Passport, or Driver’s License)
• Tax clearance certificate of both parties

Step 2: Submit Application to the Lagos State Land Bureau

Step 3: Payment of Processing Fees

• Application processing fee
• Consent fee (usually 1.5% of the land value)
• Stamp duty
• Capital gains tax (if applicable)
• Registration fee

Step 4: Verification and Site Inspection

Step 5: Issuance of Governor’s Consent

Challenges in Obtaining Governor’s Consent

• Bureaucratic Delays : The process may take longer due to administrative bottlenecks.
• High Cost : The associated fees can be expensive, making it difficult for some landowners to comply.
• Documentation Errors : Mistakes in documentation can lead to application rejection.

How to Overcome These Challenges

• Engage a legal expert or property consultant to handle the process.
• Ensure all documents are complete and correctly filled.
• Follow up regularly with the Land Bureau to track application progress.

Legal Precedents on Governor’s Consent

• Savannah Bank v. Ajilo (1989) : The Supreme Court ruled that any transaction without the Governor’s Consent is null and void.
• Akinfolarin v. Akinola (1994) : Reinforced the principle that land transactions must comply with the Land Use Act.
• Adedeji v. NBN Ltd (1989) : Highlighted that failure to obtain Governor’s Consent renders a transaction unenforceable.

Conclusion

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