LAND TENURE IN NIGERIA 2
Land tenure in Nigeria refers to the system of land ownership and rights to use land. It includes various forms such as customary tenure, where land is inherited through traditional practices, and statutory tenure, governed by laws like the Land Use Act of 1978, which vests land ownership in state governments. Other types include leasehold, freehold, and communal ownership. Nigeria’s land tenure system affects agriculture, investment, and development, making clear land rights essential for economic growth.