05/02/2026
Recognizing a fake survey plan in Lagos involves verifying the document at the Office of the State Surveyor-General (OSSG) to confirm it is lodged and registered,
checking for a valid surveyor’s seal/license number, and matching coordinates on-site.
A genuine plan must have a red copy, clear beacons, and a, surveyor signature.
Key Indicators of a Fake Survey Plan
Missing or Unverifiable Details: The plan lacks a survey plan number, or the survey was not registered with the Office of the State Surveyor-General (OSSG).
Irregularities in the Surveyor's Info: The surveyor is not licensed or registered with the Surveyors Council of Nigeria (SURCON). The stamp/seal is missing, blurry, or lacks a license number.
"Flying" or Incorrect Coordinates: The coordinates on the plan do not match the physical location when tested on-site or via satellite imagery.
Suspicious Circumstances: The survey was provided instantly without a site visit, or the seller insists on using their own surveyor.
Lack of Red Copy: The document is not a "red copy," which is the only version officially recognized after being charted at the Surveyor General’s office.
Steps to Verify a Survey Plan
Conduct a Search at the OSSG:
Take the plan to the Lagos State Surveyor-General’s Office in Alausa to confirm if it is registered.
Verify via NIS: Confirm the surveyor's details with the Nigeria Institution of Surveyors (NIS).
Physical Inspection:
Use an independent, licensed surveyor to verify the beacons on the ground.
Check for Government Acquisition:
Verify if the survey falls under government-committed land.
What a Real Survey Plan Contains
Surveyor’s name, address, and license number.
The exact size, dimensions, and beacon numbers.
The date, signature, and stamp of the surveyor.
A "registered" number, indicating it is in the Surveyor General's records.
