There are many cases where people purchase land or landed property without perfecting their papers on the government side. There had been a case where a man purchased expanse of land, left the property without perfecting his papers. As at the time he was ready, he discovered there were even two other persons claiming same land. By the time he started making move to perfect his own title he discovered his own land encroaches on another, while investigating and he discovered the same vendor that sold land to him sold at the same time to the others. In this wise the said land has become a litigation matter. Do not wait for you to get duped or intruder to encroach your property before perfection your title.
In conclusion, whenever you purchase a land or landed property ensure you perfect your title and if you can not afford that as at that moment; try and commit yourself to the government through documents that will be accepted by court. Government recognises a registered survey plan, also stamp duty on the family receipt, deed of assignment or purchase agreement issued to you.