The Labour Party governorship candidate in the 2023 general election, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, has commended the Lagos State Government’s new initiative to digitize the land verification process in the state.
A real estate expert and renowned architect himself, Rhodes-Vivour said that the platform will put an end to real estate fraud.
According to him, the Geographic Information System (e-GIS) will promote transparency as well as increase housing stock in Lagos.
He urged the government to swiftly open the platform to the public for utilization.
“This is quite laudable, and kudos to all involved. If seen through, this will put an end to land fraud, racketeering and hooliganism. With political will behind this, It will bring ease and transparency to real estate development and increase our housing stock, thereby reducing the cost of housing for our people.
“I know that Senator Ashafa tried to implement something similar as Executive Secretary of Lands but was resisted by vested interest. I hope that this does not meet a similar fate. We look forward to it being open to the public and its implementation. Once again, well done,” Rhodes-Vivour said.