First, confirm the title documents. Ask whether the land has a Certificate of Occupancy (C of O), Governor's Consent, or is still under a Deed of Assignment awaiting further processing. Each has different implications for how quickly you can build or resell.
Second, verify the survey plan against the actual boundaries on the ground. It is common for plot sizes to be misrepresented, so a physical site inspection with a surveyor or a trusted agent is essential.
Third, check for any government acquisition or right-of-way affecting the land ÔÇö this is especially relevant near major roads and developing areas around Asaba and neighboring Okpanam.
Fourth, confirm the seller's identity matches the name on the title documents, and that there are no competing claims from family members or previous buyers.
Fifth, work with a platform or agent who can verify the land on your behalf and guide you through the local registration process in Delta State. At Herpavilion, every land listing goes through this verification before it reaches our platform.