Blockchain Technology for Managing land Titles in Nigeria

Abstract

Blockchain in recent years have received interest, as it is known to be a technology that can’t be tampered with and is durable for record keeping, also to write executable contracts and manage properties. This paper examines how this technology and executable (smart) contract can be used for sale and purchase of land in Nigeria. Specifically, it gives a detailed smart contract procedure on land transfer between land owner and buyer, and the state government, which is the regulatory body.