By Linus Flomo
/Grand Bassa
Grand Bassa County officials have officially launched a sweeping land and property survey aimed at securing legal titles for all government buildings and land within the county.
The initiative, which began on April 22, 2025, marks one of the most ambitious efforts in the county’s history to clarify property ownership and prevent further illegal encroachment on government assets.
Announcing the launch, County Superintendent Karyou Johnson revealed that the project will be carried out in two strategic phases: the first phase will focus on surveying public buildings, while the second will shift attention to broader government land holdings.
“For more than 50 years, many of our government structures have operated without official deeds,” Johnson stated. “This has left them vulnerable to illegal claims and unauthorized occupation. With this survey, we aim to change that.”
According to Johnson, the lack of proper documentation has long hindered development planning and asset protection in the county.
The new survey will not only establish clear legal ownership but also help to protect public properties for future generations.
The Liberia Land Authority will oversee the entire operation, beginning with the County Administration Building in Buchanan.
From there, survey teams will move across the county, mapping and documenting other public buildings and government-owned lands.
Officials say the project is also intended to reduce land disputes, which have often arisen due to unclear or overlapping claims, particularly in areas experiencing rapid growth or population movement.
“This is about accountability and preservation,” Johnson emphasized. “We are safeguarding the resources of Grand Bassa County and laying a foundation for more transparent governance.”
Local stakeholders, including chiefs, district commissioners, and civil society representatives, have expressed support for the project, which they believe will help bring order to land governance and protect community interests.
