The Nigerian Land Use Act of 1978 puts the right ownership of land on the

The Nigerian Land Use Act of 1978 puts the right ownership of land on the government. The government, through the governor of each state, holds all land in trust for the people and is responsible for managing and administering it. This means that individuals, families, or communities cannot own land outright, but they can only hold the right to use the land. The Act provides for a system of land tenure that is designed to ensure efficient use of land resources and to promote economic development. The government can grant the right to use land to individuals, organizations, or communities for specific purposes such as agriculture, residential, commercial, or industrial activities. The Act also provides for compensation to be paid to those who lose their right to use the land due to government acquisition or development projects.