Buying land or property in Ibadan or anywhere in Nigeria requires more than just shaking hands or exchanging money. One of the most legally significant documents in a real estate transaction is the Sales Agreement — and sadly, this is where many buyers fall into the trap of “roadside documentation.”
Today, you’ll learn:
- ✅ What a Sales Agreement is
- ⚠️ Why roadside agreements are dangerous
- 🔐 How to get a legitimate, lawyer-drafted agreement
- 🏢 Why Taiwo Salam & Co. Properties Ltd is your safest bet
📄 What Is a Sales Agreement?
A Sales Agreement is a legally binding contract that records the terms and conditions of a property transaction between the buyer and the seller. It typically includes:
- Names of the parties involved
- Property description and location
- Agreed purchase price
- Payment terms and schedule
- Date of transaction and possession
- Signatures and witnesses
- Legal undertakings and indemnities
📌 It serves as proof of sale and protects both the buyer and seller in the event of any dispute.
🚫 The Danger of Roadside Sales Agreements
A roadside document is a generic or handwritten contract often prepared by unqualified individuals, sometimes on plain paper or with incomplete information. While they may appear cheaper or faster, they pose serious risks:
- ❌ Not legally enforceable in court
- ❌ Often missing critical clauses (indemnity, penalty, boundaries)
- ❌ May involve fake sellers or multiple claims on the land
- ❌ Cannot be used to process Governor’s Consent or Certificate of Occupancy (CofO)
⚠️ If your agreement is not drafted or reviewed by a lawyer, you are exposed to legal fraud.
✅ How to Secure a Legal, Trusted Sales Agreement
Step 1: Engage a Verified Real Estate Firm or Lawyer
Avoid dealing with self-acclaimed agents or “Omo Onile.” A reputable firm will ensure the contract covers all legal grounds.
Step 2: Confirm Seller’s Title
Before drafting the agreement, confirm the land is free from encumbrances, litigation, or government acquisition.
Step 3: Draft a Customized Legal Agreement
Ensure it is:
- Typed on a letterhead or legal paper
- Contains official details (name, ID, property coordinates)
- Signed by both parties and at least two witnesses
- Stamped and, if necessary, registered at the High Court
🏢 Why Taiwo Salam & Co. Properties Ltd Should Handle Your Sales Agreement
At Taiwo Salam & Co. Properties Ltd, we don’t cut corners when it comes to client protection.
What We Offer:
- 🧑⚖️ Sales Agreements prepared by professional legal partners
- 🧾 Verified documentation to confirm authentic land titles
- 🤝 Transparent terms between buyer and seller
- 📁 Legal backup to process CofO, Governor’s Consent, and Deed of Assignment
With our service, you get a fully documented transaction — legally binding, professionally executed, and court-recognizable.
📞 Let’s Help You Buy Land the Legal Way
Taiwo Salam & Co. Properties Ltd
📍 Office: Block U4, Joke Plaza, Bodija, Ibadan
📞 Phone/WhatsApp: 08065558146
📧 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Website: www.taiwosalamandco.com
Don’t rely on roadside agreements — protect your investment with legally backed documentation.
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