🏛️ GOVERNOR’S CONSENT AND CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY (C OF O)
✅ Certificate of Occupancy (C of O)
Definition:
A Certificate of Occupancy is a legal document issued by the Oyo State Government, granting an individual or corporate body the right to occupy a parcel of land for a fixed period (usually 99 years) under the Land Use Act of 1978.
Purpose:
- Primarily issued to first-time land allottees or individuals acquiring land directly from the state government.
- Establishes original title of ownership.
✅ Governor’s Consent
Definition:
Governor’s Consent is an approval issued by the Executive Governor (or delegated authority) for the transfer of interest in land that already has a Certificate of Occupancy. It is required each time land is bought or sold after the original C of O has been granted.
Purpose:
- Enables legal transfer of ownership for land that already has a C of O.
- Ensures government acknowledgment of the new owner in line with the Land Use Act.
⚖️ Key Differences:
| Feature | Certificate of Occupancy (C of O) | Governor’s Consent |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | First-time ownership documentation | Transfer of ownership (subsequent buyer) |
| Issuing Authority | Oyo State Government | Governor or his delegate |
| When Applicable | First allocation or untitled land | After land with C of O is resold |
| Legal Backing | Land Use Act – Section 5 | Land Use Act – Section 22 |
| Ownership Type | Original Title Holder | Subsequent Buyer or Transferee |
📘 STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE TO OBTAIN A CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY (C of O) IN OYO STATE
Step 1: Land Survey and Registered Survey Plan
- Engage a licensed surveyor to produce a Registered Survey Plan of the land.
Step 2: Application Submission
- Submit your application to the Ministry of Lands, Housing and Urban Development at Agodi Secretariat, Ibadan.
- Required documents include:
- Survey Plan
- Land Agreement or Deed of Assignment
- Passport photographs
- Land Information Certificate
Step 3: Land Verification and Inspection
- State officials will verify the land location and confirm it’s not under acquisition.
Step 4: Payment of Fees
- Pay prescribed fees: land charges, application fees, development levy, etc.
Step 5: Issuance and Signing
- After due diligence and approval, the C of O is signed by the Executive Governor or authorized representative.
📘 STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE TO OBTAIN GOVERNOR’S CONSENT IN OYO STATE
Step 1: Draft a Deed of Assignment
- A Deed of Assignment must be properly drawn by a legal practitioner, executed by both parties, and stamped by the Commissioner for Oaths.
Step 2: Prepare Supporting Documents
- C of O of the land
- Survey Plan
- Passport photographs
- Seller’s and buyer’s ID
- Evidence of payment and receipts
Step 3: Submission at Lands Registry
- Submit application at the Governor’s Consent Unit within the Ministry of Lands.
Step 4: Land Records & Verification
- Government officials will review ownership history, verify signatures, and check for encumbrances.
Step 5: Pay Consent Fees
- Includes Consent Fee (usually a percentage of land value), Registration, Stamp Duty, and Charting Fees.
Step 6: Approval and Endorsement
- Once cleared, the Governor’s Consent is granted, and the new ownership becomes legally recognized.
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We provide a fully-managed, legally compliant, and efficient land documentation service covering both C of O and Governor’s Consent.
🌟 Our Value Proposition:
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🚀 OUR SUCCESS STORY & TRACK RECORD
- Successfully processed over 500 Certificates of Occupancy across Ibadan and major towns in Oyo State
- Over 200 Governor’s Consents completed without disputes or litigation
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