The Federal High Court in Nigeria has announced a two‑week holiday period, with the court’s vacation set to begin on 21 December and end on 5 January. The decision was made by the court’s chief judge, who confirmed the dates in a statement to the media.
During this break, the court will appoint vacation judges to oversee any cases that may arise. The appointment of these temporary judges is intended to ensure that urgent matters can still be addressed while the regular court staff are on leave.
The holiday schedule covers the Christmas and New Year period, a time when many courts across the country typically reduce their operating hours or close entirely. The Federal High Court’s decision aligns with this common practice, allowing judges and staff to rest before the new year.
Details on the specific duties of the vacation judges or the number of cases they will handle were not disclosed in the announcement. The court will resume normal operations on 6 January.
<small>Source: Premium Times Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
