Government Gazette in State Administration
The Government Gazette is an authoritative and legally recognised instrument of Government communication through which laws, regulations, appointments, promotions, statutory notices, policy directives and other Government decisions are formally published. Its stated significance includes legal authority/authenticity, preservation of official records and institutional memory, transparency and public accountability, administrative reference, and historical/research value.
Reference: Importance of the Government Gazette in State Administration, Circular 019/2026, paras. 1–2
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Gazette matters are grouped under four main headings: Land Matters, Chieftaincy Matters, Personnel Matters and Laws of Lagos State. Personnel Matters include movement of staff; appointment and confirmation; and promotion, conversion, advancement, exit and death of staff. Laws of Lagos State include mandates/functions of new establishments, laws establishing new Government entities, and abolition or creation of offices.
Reference: Circular 019/2026, para. 3
The process for obtaining a Gazette involves submission of the applicable request/application, processing and production, approval/authorisation, issuance and collection, and record keeping/archiving. For procurement of a Gazette, the client identifies the required new publication, existing copy, Certified True Copy or extract with the applicable Volume and Number, pays the approved fees through the stated official payment process and receives the requested Gazette. Public Servants are advised to obtain copies of Government Gazettes affecting their career trajectory in the Service.
Reference: Circular 019/2026, paras. 5–7