The Federal High Court will commence its Christmas vacation on December 19, 2025, with court sittings resuming in all judicial divisions on January 7, 2026, according to an announcement made by the court’s Director of Information, Dr. Catherine Christopher.
The vacation schedule was issued in accordance with a circular signed by Chief Judge Justice John Tsoho, pursuant to Order 46, Rule 4(c) of the Federal High Court (Civil Procedure) Rules, 2019 (as amended).
During the vacation period, the core judicial divisions of Abuja, Lagos, and Port Harcourt will remain operational and accessible to the public. However, only specific types of cases will be heard, including matters relating to enforcement of fundamental rights, arrest or release of vessels, and issues of urgent national importance.
The following judges have been designated to handle urgent cases during the vacation:
- Abuja Division: Justice Emeka Nwite and Justice Musa Liman
- Lagos Division: Justice Akintayo Aluko and Justice Isaac Dipeolu
- Port Harcourt Division: Justice P.M. Ayua and Justice A.T. Mohammed
- Enugu Division: Justice Folashade Giwa-Ogunbanjo
Chief Judge Justice John Tsoho extended warm wishes for a Merry Christmas and prosperous New Year to all judges.
