The Kaduna Geographic Information Service (KADGIS) has cautioned members of the public against purchasing or selling land based solely on Customary Titles.
The Director-General, Dr Bashir Garba, issued the warning in a public notice (reference: KADGIS/OFF/584/04) released on Wednesday in Kaduna.
Garba stated that Customary Titles often lack adequate details and verifiable information on ownership.
He observed that criminals exploit these loopholes to acquire land for unlawful activities, particularly in Millennium City, Rigasa, Sobawa, Mahuta, and other parts of the state.
The agency advised residents to conduct land transactions only on plots with valid offers and recognized titles processed through KADGIS.
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“Any person who transacts in land based on customary titles does so at his or her own risk,” Garba said, adding that KADGIS would not be liable for disputes, losses, criminal use, or any consequences arising from such transactions.
He said the notice was issued in the interest of public safety, security, transparency, and orderly land administration in the state.
Garba urged members of the public to contact KADGIS through its official communication channels for verification or further guidance on legitimate land titles.
