EMBRACING LEGAL EXCELLENCE IN PROPERTY TRANSACTION
“Why change the winning team?” He said with a smile.
That was the soothing realization of a UK-based Nigerian who recently reached out to Apex Chambers. In February, 2025, we had conducted comprehensive due diligence on two land he intended to buy in Port Harcourt, and produced a full written report.
Impressed by our thoroughness, legal expertise and attention to detail, he did not hesitate to contact us again last night. This time for a piece of land and building he was eyeing.
Why? Because he now understands that due diligence is not a matter of choice, it is a necessary step.
Buying land or building in Nigeria without legal due diligence is like jumping into deep water without knowing how to swim.
The risks are ruthless: ownership issues; fraudulent sellers; government-acquired lands, multiple allocations; family inheritance battles, counter claims. The list is endless.
One wrong step and you could lose your entire investment with no recovery in sight.
What is worth doing is worth doing well. A smart buyer will insist on thorough checks before committing funds. It takes the sharp legal eyes and expertise of a dedicated Property lawyer to uncover red flags that are not visible to the untrained.
When buying property, don’t just hope for the best; get professional due diligence.
Peace of mind is priceless; don’t jeopardize yours.
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APEX CHAMBERS, Property/Real Estate and Business /Corporate/Commercial Lawyers, Attorneys, Barristers and Notary Public with Law Office in Port Harcourt, Nigeria