In this article, we’re going to be looking at 10 common challenges surveyors face while working on site here in Nigeria. From security risks to equipment failure and community clashes, these are real issues that affect how survey jobs are executed, especially in remote and rural areas. If you’ve ever worked in the field or plan to, this breakdown is for you. Below are 10…
Land surveying may look like a routine technical task from the outside, just coordinates, boundaries, and maps. But in reality, it’s far deeper than that, especially here in Nigeria, where land wahala is no joke. Behind every survey request is someone planning a home, launching a business, or investing their hard-earned money into a future. That’s why to us, land surveying is more than just…
In an era where technology is transforming every aspect of the built environment globally, 3D scanning has emerged as one of the most powerful tools for precision, planning, and quality assurance. While it is already widely embraced in many parts of the world, 3D scanning remains largely underutilized in Nigeria, especially within the construction sector. As Nigeria continues to battle issues like building collapses, construction…
Some surveys challenge you. Not just technically, but in the way they demand patience, planning, and adaptability. That was the case in July 2025, when our team at OTIC Surveys Limited was engaged to carry out a topographic and bathymetric survey at a dredging site in Orange Island, Ikate, Lagos. The objective was clear: map the seabed and the surrounding land accurately, so the client…
When we build a home or develop land, we often think of space, budget, or the nearest access road. But one critical concept that many ignore or simply don’t understand is Right of Way (RoW) and setback regulations. The recent demolitions in Ikota, Lagos, are a painful but important reminder of why these rules exist.What Is Right of Way and Setback? These rules are not…
