BY: ABDULKADIR M LAWAN, JULY 23, 2026/ 08:50PM
The Borno State Government has moved to end years of land disputes in BOSA 11, Muna Asheri and BOSA 201, Bulabulin Ngarannam layouts under Jere LGA, with the commissioner for works and housing, Engr. Adam Bukar Bababe, leading direct engagement with affected communities.
The intervention by the Borno Geographic Information Service, BOGIS, follows concerns over conflicting allocations, multiple ownership claims, and other land administration issues in the two areas.
Addressing residents of Bulabulin Ngarannam on Thursday, Engr. Bababe said government’s goal was to achieve lasting solutions through proper verification and documentation.
He explained that the area was initially a government reserved area but was later designed and allocated by Jere Local Government in 2016 to meet growing demand and development needs.
'Many land disputes arise from failure by some allottees to comply with the terms and conditions of their allocations, including failure to develop plots within the stipulated period,' the commissioner said.
He noted this has led to conflicts between previous allottees, subsequent beneficiaries, and illegal buyers.
At Muna Asheri, Engr. Bababe disclosed that the layout was originally designed in 1982, with only five people developing their plots.
It was later amended, redesigned and reallocated in 2016, which created overlapping claims.
To resolve the matter, the commissioner assured residents that government will undertake verification, capture existing structures, and properly document the layouts to determine legitimate claims and ensure an amicable resolution.
Following deliberations with titleholders, occupants, and community leaders, Engr. Bababe directed survey teams to immediately visit the affected areas to capture structures, establish boundaries, and document the layouts.
He also warned against further development on disputed portions pending the completion of the verification exercise.
District Heads of Dusuman and Old Maiduguri, Abba Kyari Terab and Abba Umar Shehu, commended the intervention, describing it as a welcome development that would promote peaceful coexistence.
Some residents also praised the government’s move and appealed for a fair and transparent process, noting that many affected families depend on the land for shelter.
The BOGIS-led exercise is expected to bring clarity to land ownership in both communities and reduce future conflicts over allocations.