Taraba State Governor Orders Six-Month Recertification of Land Titles

In a major step toward modernizing land administration, Taraba State Governor Dr. Agbu Kefas has directed that all Certificates of Occupancy (C of Os) across the state be recertified.

The recertification, which will last for six months, is aimed at updating land records and aligning them with current digital and regulatory standards, the state government announced on Sunday.

The Taraba Geographic Information System (TAGIS) will oversee the project, according to Dr. Joshua Maaku Mark, Director General of TAGIS. The agency, which now operates from the former Bureau of Land and Survey, will serve as the central hub for landowners seeking to complete the process.

“We urge all landed property owners to take this opportunity seriously and ensure timely recertification to avoid penalties,” Mark stated.

He added that those who fail to comply within the six-month window will be subject to late fees and potential administrative actions.

Why This Matters for Property Owners in Taraba

The mass recertification exercise is part of the government’s broader effort to bring transparency, security, and accuracy to land ownership data in Taraba. With outdated land records posing legal and administrative risks, the initiative aims to:

• Digitize and centralize land documentation

• Prevent land disputes and double allocations

• Enable more reliable land-use planning and investment decisions

What Property Owners Need to Know

Who must comply?
All property owners holding a Certificate of Occupancy in Taraba State.

Where to go?
Visit the TAGIS headquarters (formerly Bureau of Land and Survey).

Deadline?
Six months from the official start date — failure to comply attracts penalties.