Edo begins profiling of property owners
The Edo State government has commenced a profiling exercise for property owners in the New City Development Area, formerly known as Coral City.
The government said it was part of its renewed efforts to resolve lingering community land disputes.
A statement issued by the Secretary to the Edo State Committee on Land Dispute Resolution, Dr. Abdulwasiu Oyakhire called on all property owners in Lot-A and Lot-B of the project area to come forward with their ownership documents for verification.
According to the statement, the exercise will begin on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, and run through Friday, June 13, 2025.
The statement read ” The profiling will be conducted on-site by relevant state agencies and will take place simultaneously in both Lot-A and Lot-B. Other sections of the New City Development are expected to undergo similar processes in subsequent phases. Affected property owners are expected to present their survey plans. In cases where surveys are unavailable, accurate property coordinates will be accepted, with government-assigned surveyors available on the ground to assist.
“This initiative follows a recent peace-building meeting convened by Governor Okpebholo with leaders from the Oke-Oroma, Obagie, and Amagba communities at the Government House in Benin City”.
Meanwhile, the governor of the State, Sen. Monday Okpebholo reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to restoring peace in the area, stressing that harmonious coexistence among residents is vital for the development of the New City.
The state government urged full cooperation from all affected parties to ensure a smooth and successful profiling process.
