This startup is moving Nigeria’s land records to the blockchain
TechCabal | Emmanuel Nwosu - Feb 27, 2026

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- In 2017, Ndifreke Ikpoku lost ₦23 million due to fraudulent land sales in Nigeria.
- Sytemap was founded to address the issue of ownership verification in Nigeria's property market.
- The startup digitizes land records on the blockchain to reduce fraud and double allocation.
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Sytemap's innovative approach to digitizing land records could significantly improve transparency and trust in Nigeria's real estate market. However, the success of such a model depends on user adoption and the ability to navigate regulatory challenges. Further discussion is needed on how to integrate these private solutions with public land registries effectively.
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