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NOTICE OF 2025 CHRISTMAS VACATION AND ROSTER FOR VACATION JUDGES The Federal High Court hereby issues notice of its 2025 Christmas Vacation as well as the approved Roster of Vacation Judges. In accordance with a circular duly signed by the Honourable Chief Judge of the Federal High Court of Nigeria, Hon. Justice John Terhemba Tsoho, KSS, OFR, FCIArb. (UK): The Court will commence its Christmas Vacation for the year 2025 on Friday, 19th December 2025. This vacation schedule is issued pursuant to Order 46, Rule 4(c) of the Federal High Court (Civil Procedure) Rules, 2019 (as amended). Court sittings shall resume in all Judicial Divisions on Wednesday, 7th January 2026. During the vacation, the core Judicial Divisions. Abuja, Lagos, and Port Harcourt. will remain operational and accessible to the litigating public. Only matters pertaining to the enforcement of Fundamental Rights, the arrest or release of vessels, and issues of urgent national importance shall be entertained by the Vacation Judges. The Honourable Judges designated to serve during the vacation period are as follows: ABUJA JUDICIAL DIVISION 1. Hon. Justice Emeka Nwite 2. Hon. Justice M. S. Liman LAGOS JUDICIAL DIVISION 1. Hon. Justice Akintayo Aluko 2. Hon. Justice Isaac D. Dipeolu PORT HARCOURT JUDICIAL DIVISION 1. Hon. Justice P. M. Ayua 2. Hon. Justice A.T Mohammed ENUGU JUDICIAL DIVISION 1.  Hon. Justice F.O.G.  Ogunbanjo The Honourable Chief Judge, Hon. Justice John T. Tsoho, KSS, OFR, FCIArb. (UK), extends his warm wishes for a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year to all Honourable Judges. Signed Catherine Oby Christopher, PhD Director of Information, Federal High Court of Nigeria. Monday, 17th November 2025

The Federal High Court of Nigeria announces its 2025/2026 Legal Year and Annual Conference. In a circular signed by the Honourable Chief Judge of the Federal High Court of Nigeria, Hon. Justice John T. Tsoho, KSS, OFR, FCIArb (UK), the New Legal Year and Annual Judges’ Conference will be held at the Court Headquarters in Abuja from Monday, the 15th of December to Thursday, the 18th of December, 2025. The annual conference serves as a pivotal forum for reflection, evaluation, and strategic planning towards improving the administration of justice and enhancing judicial efficiency. It also marks the ceremonial opening of the New Legal Year.  A detailed notice regarding the vacation period will be issued in due course. The Honourable Chief Judge extends his warm regards to all Judges and wishes them a successful conference and a productive new Legal Year ahead.   Signed Catherine Oby Christopher, Ph.D. Director of Information. Federal High Court of Nigeria

The Federal High Court of Nigeria announces with deep sorrow, the passing of her esteemed former Chief Judge, the Hon. Justice Daniel Dantsoho Abutu. According to family sources, he died on 3rd June, 2025, after a brief illness. He hailed from Kogi State and was born on 15th March, 1946. The Late Chief Judge served the Court and the Nation with distinction. He was known for his unwavering commitment to justice and administrative excellence. His leadership and contributions have left indelible marks on the Judiciary and the legal community at large. The Federal High Court extends her heartfelt condolences to his family, colleagues, friends and all who were touched by his exemplary life and service. Further announcements would be made available in due Course. May his soul rest in perfect peace. Amen. Signed Sulaiman Amida Hassan, Esq. Chief Registrar Federal High Court of Nigeria.

By virtue of the provisions of Order 46, Rule 4 (d) of the Federal High Court (Civil Procedure) Rules 2019, the Chief Judge of the Federal High Court of Nigeria, Honorable Justice John Terhemba Tsoho, OFR, KSS, FCIArb. (UK) in an official circular, announced the 2025 Annual Vacation and Roster for Vacation Judges. The vacation will commence from Monday, the 28th day of July 2025, to Tuesday, the 16th day of September, 2025. The Court shall resume sitting on Wednesday, the 17th day of September, 2025. During the vacation period, the core Divisions; Abuja, Lagos and Port-Harcourt Judicial Divisions will remain functional for cases of extreme urgency. Consequently, the Litigating public will be at liberty to approach ONLY the above listed Courts located nearest to them.The Vacation Judges are: Abuja:a) Hon. Justice Emeka Nwiteb) Hon. Justice M. S. Liman Lagos:a) Hon. Justice Deinde I. Dipeolub) Hon. Justice Musa Kakaki Port- Harcourt:a) Hon. Justice P. M. Ayuab) Hon. Justice A. T. Mohammed The Chief Judge wishes his fellow lordships a pleasant Vacation in advance. SignedCatherine Oby Christopher, Ph.D,Director Information,Federal High Court of Nigeria

In line with the commitment of the Federal High Court of Nigeria to uphold transparency, promote accountability, and enhance public access to information, the Court hereby announces the establishment and operationalisation of Freedom of Information (FOI) Desk. The Information/FOI Desk has been created to serve as a central point for: 1. Receiving inquiries from journalists and members of the public; 2. Submitting letters, formal FOI requests, and related correspondence; 3. Providing guidance on accessing public records and information in line with the Freedom of Information Act. Located at the Federal High Court Headquarters in Abuja, the Desk is fully staffed with trained personnel ready to assist individuals and organizations seeking information about the Court’s activities, decisions, and operations, while ensuring compliance with legal and procedural requirements. This initiative reflects the Court’s ongoing efforts to foster open communication, support the constitutional right to information. For further information, please visit the Information/FOI Desk at the Federal High Court Headquarters during official working hours from 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, or contact us via email at fhc.informationdepartment@gmail.com or phone 09160005854. SignedCatherine Oby Christopher, Ph.D. Director Information, Federal High Court of Nigeria.