Nigeria Land Measurement Terminologies

It is always very confusing trying to identify the different land sizes and measurements, especially in Nigeria. If you are looking to buy land anywhere in Nigeria you will find out that there are different sizes of a plot and it is not what you imagined it would be. Understanding land sizes and measurements helps in accurately assessing and comparing different properties, determine their values, and facilitating transactions in the real estate industry in Nigeria 

In Nigeria, land is measured in Hectares, acres, plots and square meter are standardized units of area used to measure land, when dealing with land measurements, it’s important to consider local regulations and practices as they may vary in different regions. In Nigeria, Squaremeter (sqm) is the standard measurement of lands, so to give more description using the unit in terms of price it goes as thus: per square meter.

On this article we are describing land measurements with more context.

 Nigeria Land terms and Definitions

1. Square Meter: A Square meter (m2) is the standard unit of area measurement in the metric system. It represents the area of a square with sides measuring one meter. It is commonly used in most countries around the world including Nigeria.
2. Hectares: Is a metric unit that is widely used in most countries around the world. It is primarily used in the context of measuring large tracts of land. One hectare is equal is 10,000 square meters or 2.47 acres. It provides a standardized measurement system that allows easy comparison of land areas across different regions.
3. Acres: An acre is a unit of area primarily used in the United States, United Kingdom and a few other countries that follows the imperial system. It is commonly used to measure both large and small parcels of land. One acre is equivalent to 0.404686 hectare.
4. Plots: A plot, refers to a specific portion of land which in general term doesn’t have a fix size measurement and can vary depending on local regulations, zoning and the purpose of land use. In Nigeria, 60ft by 100ft plot or otherwise known as 1 plot can be measured between 500sqm to 600sqm and 50ft by 100ft plot is measured at 450sqm. Plots are commonly used refer to smaller divisions of land.

          1 hectare (ha) = 2.471 acres
          1 acre = 0.4046686 hectare
          1 hectare = 10,000sqm
          1 acre = 4,046.86sqm
          1 hectare = 15 plots
          1 acre = 6 plots
          1 plots = 500 – 650sqm

How Do You Measure The Size Of A Plot Of Land?
If you're buying or selling land, you'll need to know how big it is. The survey plan can be used to determine the size of the land. To avoid any issues, you should consider hiring a professional surveyor to go out and personally estimate the property.

Different countries like USA,UK,UAE and regions may have their own standard units of measurement for land and if you are investing in real estate in Lagos and Abuja it is essential to familiarize with the specific units and conversion factors. This knowledge will allow you to convert between units, making it easier to compare land sizes, understand property listings and to understand terminology for effective communication and negotiation.

By having a good understanding of land measurement units, conversions, local regulations and verification processes, you will be better equipped to navigate the complexities of land transactions, assess property values and make informed decisions in the real estate industry.

Conclusion

 In case you find yourself in land transactions, you can use what we have explained here as your guide .Having knowledge about the different land sizes in Nigeria is necessary to make an informed decision while choosing a land. In addition, it will save you from the agony of being duped as many sellers sell less land for a higher price.