How to Verify Land Documents Before Buying Farmland in Edo

I almost lost ₦7.5M to a fraudulent land deal in Benin City last year. Here's how to protect yourself. Step 1: demand the original Certificate of Occupancy (C of O) or Deed of Assignment. Step 2: do a land search at the State Land Registry (fee: ₦5,000–₦15,000). Step 3: hire a licensed surveyor to confirm the coordinates match the documents. Step 4: insist on a lawyer drafting the purchase agreement. Never rush a land deal.

Thank you for sharing this. Very useful for farmers in my area. I'll definitely apply these tips on my farm this season.

Great information! I've been struggling with this exact problem. Can you share the contact details of your supplier or agent?

I had a similar experience. What worked for me was consulting with the state ADP extension officers. They offer free farm visits in some states.

This is gold! I'll be sharing with my cooperative members at our next meeting. We need more discussions like this on the platform.

Can anyone share the specific government agency to contact for the grant you mentioned? I've been looking for funding for months.

I disagree slightly – timing is everything in farming. The advice here is good but won't work equally in all states due to different soil types.

Very detailed and practical! I'm bookmarking this thread. We need more content from experienced farmers on this forum.