The Cross River Geographic Information Agency (CRGIA) has officially announced the commencement of the first phase of its Records Update and Certificate of Occupancy (C of O) exercise across the Southern Senatorial District of the state. The exercise, which begins on 1st November 2025 and runs until 19th December 2025, is part of ongoing efforts to enhance land administration, promote transparency, and ensure accurate documentation of government-owned lands.

According to information obtained by Akahi News, the CRGIA serves as the central agency responsible for land management and certification in Cross River State. The exercise aims to regularise records, issue new digital and tamper-proof Certificates of Occupancy, and resolve land ownership conflicts across the district.

Key Benefits for Participants

The Cross River Geographic Information Agency (CRGIA) has outlined several benefits for residents and landowners who participate in the exercise. These include:

• Obtaining new Certificates of Occupancy for those who have not been issued one previously.
• Recertification and issuance of the new digital, bankable, and tamper-proof C of O.
• Resolution of conflicting ownership or documentation records.
• Prevention of encumbrance, land encroachment, or disputes.
• Avoidance of allocation cancellation or revocation of existing Certificates of Occupancy.

Akahi News gathered that the agency is particularly urging allottees of government land to seize this opportunity to regularise their documents, as future land-related transactions will require verified and up-to-date records.

Required Documentation for the Exercise

Landowners are expected to bring the following documents for verification and record updates:

• Original or photocopies of Allocation Letters
• Survey Plans or approved layout plans
• Receipts of payment or land dues
• Agreements between the government or previous owners
• Any other relevant documents establishing ownership or land transactions

The CRGIA emphasised that all documentation must relate specifically to land transactions within Cross River State.

For smooth processing, participants are advised to visit:

Venue: Counter 5, CRGIA Office, Opposite Metropolitan Hotel, Calabar.

Contact Lines:
📞 0707 469 3423
📞 0707 469 3424

Strengthening Land Administration in Cross River

Speaking through its Director of Operations, the agency reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening the state’s land management systems through technology-driven reforms. The introduction of digital Certificates of Occupancy will, according to officials, curb forgery, eliminate duplication, and improve the security of property ownership data.

The agency further cautioned that failure to comply with the current records update process could result in the cancellation or revocation of existing allocations.

Akahi News notes that this initiative aligns with the state government’s broader vision to promote efficient land governance and create an enabling environment for real estate investment, housing development, and financial inclusion through land-backed collateral systems.

Public Advisory

Residents and allottees are strongly advised to take advantage of this limited-time window to update their records and secure their government-issued Certificates of Occupancy. The exercise will run strictly between 1st November and 19th December 2025, and no extensions have been announced at this time.

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CROSS RIVER GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION AGENCY (CRGIA)
Enhancing Land Administration in Cross River State

Signed:
Director of Operations
For: Director General, Cross River Geographic Information Agency

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