Justice John Tsoho, Chief Judge of the Federal High Court of Nigeria, has announced the 2024 yuletide vacation for judges, scheduled to start on December 16, 2024, and run through January 6, 2025. Court sessions are set to resume nationwide on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, across all judicial divisions.
The announcement, detailed in a circular released in Abuja and signed by Justice Tsoho, specifies that the holiday break follows the provisions of Order 46, Rule 4 (C) of the Federal High Court (Civil Procedure) Rules, 2019 (as amended). During this period, court proceedings will be limited to cases of urgent national interest, including matters related to fundamental rights enforcement, vessel arrests, and releases.
Throughout the vacation, only the Federal High Court’s core divisions in Abuja, Lagos, and Port Harcourt will remain operational to handle critical litigation needs. The circular also designates specific judges to preside over each of these locations:
– **Abuja Division**: Justice Emeka Nwite and Justice M. S. Liman
– **Lagos Division**: Justice Akintayo Aluko and Justice Isaac Dipeolu
– **Port Harcourt Division**: Justice P. M. Ayua and Justice A. T.
This structured approach ensures essential judicial services are maintained even during the festive season, particularly for cases that demand immediate attention. The decision underscores the Federal High Court’s commitment to upholding justice while balancing judicial officers’ need for a seasonal break.
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