Lagos State Records & Archives Bureau

Welcome To Lasrab

Welcome to LASRAB

The Lagos State Records and Archives Bureau (LASRAB) stands as the official custodian of Lagos State’s documentary heritage, safeguarding the historical memory of the government, its institutions, and its people. Established to ensure proper records management and archival preservation, LASRAB plays a central role in promoting transparency, accountability, and good governance in Lagos State.

Our Mission

At LASRAB, our mission is to collect, preserve, and provide access... Load More

Our Vision

To be a world-class center for the preservation, management, and accessibility of Lagos State’s documentary heritage, ensuring transparency, accountab...

Our Mission

To collect, preserve, manage, and provide secure and timely access to official records and archival materials of Lagos State, supporting effective gov...

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Past Governors of Lagos State

Since its creation in 1967, Lagos State has been shaped by successive leaders whose decisions have influenced its growth as Nigeria’s commercial and cultural capital. Preserved by LASRAB, these records reflects the evolving governance, rich history, and enduring legacy of those who have guided Lagos through decades of change.

2019 - present

Babajide Sanwo-Olu

Babajide Sanwo-Olu continues to lead Lagos with a strong focus on cultural preservation, tourism, and archival modernization. Under his administration, Lagos has expanded its reputation as a cultural...

2015 - 2019

Akinwunmi Ambode

Akinwunmi Ambode’s leadership prioritized smart city initiatives, transparency, and digital transformation in public service. His government expanded the digitization of government records, making pub...

2007 - 2015

Babatunde Fashola

Babatunde Fashola's administration focused on large-scale infrastructure, urban renewal, and cultural revitalization. He expanded the Bus Rapid Transit system, initiated Eko Atlantic City, and champio...

1999 - 2007

Bola Ahmed Tinubu

With the return of democratic governance, Bola Ahmed Tinubu initiated far-reaching political and administrative reforms. He established 37 Local Council Development Areas to bring government services...

1996 - 1999

Col. Mohammed Buba Marwa

Colonel Mohammed Buba Marwa's administration is remembered for its strong anti-corruption stance, introduction of “Operation Sweep” for crime control, and major housing projects. His focus on transpar...

1993 - 1996

Colonel Olagunsoye Oyinlo...

Colonel Olagunsoye Oyinlola governed Lagos during a difficult military era marked by political centralization under the Abacha regime. Despite the political climate, his administration maintained deta...