ASSESSMENT OF PROBLEMS AND PROSPECTS OF LAND MANAGEMENT DIGITIZATION IN NIGERIA

Abstract

There is an increasing need for spatial framework reforms to support land administration and 
management systems in developing countries such as Nigeria. This paper explores the problems and 
prospects of land management digitization in Nigeria, emphasizing the importance of improved 
infrastructure, legislative changes and heightened public participation. Using secondary data and 
case studies, this article presents the current trend in the digitization of land administration in 
Nigeria by analyzing the challenges and evaluating successful case studies in developed and 
developing countries. Lessons from Rwanda, India, Sweden, Ghana, Estonia, and Singapore on land 
management digitization demonstrate the transformative impact of technology, strong political will, 
and institutional reform. The study further asserts that to achieve best practices in land management 
systems, sustainable land administration and management are required. The research findings 
indicate that Nigeria has the potential to establish a transparent, secure and sustainable digital land 
management system that aligns with international best practices. This can be achieved by 
implementing the policy recommendations outlined in this paper, which include capacity building, 
investments in infrastructure, and necessary legal reforms. These reforms have the potential to 
facilitate transformation and foster collaboration among essential stakeholders in the land 
management sector, thereby enhancing overall efficiency and productivity.