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Why You Need a Land Survey Before Starting Any Construction Project in Nigeria
In Nigeria, land disputes, government acquisition, and boundary issues are common
Bathymetric Survey in Nigeria: Why Every Developer Near Water Needs It (Not Just for Sand filling)
Many water-based projects in Nigeria fail or face delays because bathymetric surveys are skipped.
10 Common Challenges Surveyors Face On Site in Nigeria
Surveying in Nigeria comes with real on-site challenges, from insecurity and hostile communities to poor access roads, equipment failure, weak network coverage, and client pressure.
WHY WE DON’T TAKE ON CERTAIN SURVEY JOBS
Land surveying in Nigeria goes beyond maps and coordinates.
Why 3D Scanning in Nigeria: Benefits, Implications, and the Future of The Construction Industry
3D scanning is transforming construction accuracy, safety, and accountability worldwide, yet remains underutilized in Nigeria.
Bathymetric Survey at Orange Island Ikate
In July 2025, OTIC Surveys conducted a topographic and bathymetric survey at a dredging site in Orange Island, Ikate, Lagos.
Understanding Setbacks and Right of Way: Lessons from the Ikota Demolitions in Lagos
The recent demolitions in Ikota, Lagos highlight the importance of Right of Way (RoW) and setback regulations
Story of how we became a ComNav Technology Partner selling Surveying Equipment
A pipeline survey project from Agbo, Delta to Awka, Anambra, introduced OTIC Surveys to ComNav T300 GNSS technology.
OTIC Surveys Limited Partners with JCI Lagos Coral for Project Life Line: PAD-A-GIRL
OTIC Surveys Limited partnered with JCI Lagos Coral for Project Life Line: PAD-A-GIRL at Osborne School Complex
The Risks of Using Handheld GPS, Tape, and Compass for Cadastral Surveys Instead of GNSS
Many surveyors in Lagos still rely on outdated tools like handheld GPS, tape, and compass, risking inaccuracies and legal disputes.