How to Register Title to Land in Ogun State, Nigeria

From Deed of Assignment to Certificate of Occupancy, Charting, Stamp Duty & Final Registration

Acquiring land in Ogun State is a major milestone, but the real value of your investment lies in perfecting your title through proper registration. Whether you are an individual or a corporate body, land title registration protects your ownership and enhances the commercial value of your property.

In this comprehensive guide, Edelweiss Partners breaks down the step-by-step process of registering land title in Ogun State, from Deed of Assignment, charting, and ratification or direct C of O, to stamp duty and final processing at the Lands Bureau.

✅ Step 1: Prepare a Registered Deed of Assignment

The first step in registering your land title is preparing a Deed of Assignment. This document transfers ownership from the seller to the buyer and must capture essential details such as:

The size and description of the land
The location and boundaries
The names and addresses of both parties

Important: The land must first be surveyed by a registered surveyor, and the Survey Plan must be duly registered with the Office of the Surveyor-General of Ogun State. This ensures the accuracy and legality of the land details.

Step 2: Conduct Charting to Determine Land Status

Charting is a critical process that involves submitting your survey plan to the Ogun State Lands Bureau (preferably via OLARM — the Ogun State Land Administration and Revenue Management portal).

Why Charting Is Important:

It reveals the status of the land (e.g., free, committed, or under acquisition)
It determines which type of title you can apply for
It informs the legal process applicable to your land registration

Tip: It’s advisable to visit the Lands Bureau or OLARM before purchasing land to avoid issues with government-acquired property. But if you’ve already purchased, charting will help you understand your next steps.

Step 3: Title Type Based on Charting Result

Your charting result determines the next legal route:

1. Government-Acquired Land (Committed Land):

You may apply for Ratification (also called Regularization), after which a Certificate of Occupancy (C of O) may be issued if approved.

2. Private/Family Land (Not Government-Acquired):

You can apply directly for a Certificate of Occupancy.

Note: The cost, timeline, and documentation for Ratification vs Direct C of O differ significantly. Always consult a legal professional to determine your best course.

Step 4: Stamp Duty Assessment & Payment (OGIRS)

Once your deed is ready and charting is favorable, the next step is to pay stamp duty to the Ogun State Internal Revenue Services (OGIRS).

How It Works:

Your executed Deed of Assignment is uploaded to the OGIRS portal for assessment.
OGIRS calculates the stamp duty (usually a percentage of the land’s value).
Payment is made via the platform or approved bank.
Upon payment, the document is stamped, making it legally admissible.

⚠️ Tip: Uploading and navigating the OGIRS portal can be technical. It’s best handled by someone experienced in land documentation.

Step 5: Submit Application to the Lands Bureau

With your stamped deed and survey, proceed to the Lands Bureau to submit your title registration application.

Requirements Include:

Stamped Deed of Assignment
Registered Survey Plan
Charting Report
Passport photographs
Locational sketch
Tax Clearance (if applicable)
Other statutory forms

After paying pre-submission statutory fees, your application will be assigned a file number for tracking.

️ Step 6: Site Inspection & Final Assessment

The Lands Bureau will schedule a site visitation to verify the land details (especially the size and location).

After Inspection:

Further taxes and statutory payments will be assessed
Once paid, the file proceeds to approval and documentation
The final step is issuance of your Certificate of Occupancy or Governor’s Consent

Corporate Applicants Take Note

Just as individuals can apply for land title registration, companies and corporate bodies can too. However, such applications are considered commercial and attract higher processing fees and stricter compliance checks.

Why Register Your Land Title?

Secure your investment against third-party claims
Access financing and loans using your land as collateral
Ensure your property is legally recognized by the government
Enable future resale or development without legal encumbrances

How Edelweiss Partners Can Help

At Edelweiss Partners, we offer end-to-end legal support for:

Land verification and charting
Deed drafting and execution
C of O and Governor’s Consent application
Stamp duty filing
OLARM and Lands Bureau process management
Commercial title registration for companies

Contact Us Today

Let us take the hassle out of your title registration process in Ogun State.

Email: info@edelweisslawfirm.com
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Oki Achika is the Managing Partner at Edelweiss Partners