Federal High Court Announces Christmas Break Schedule for 2026

The Federal High Court in Abuja has announced its Christmas vacation schedule for 2026. The break will start on Monday, December 21, 2026, and end on Tuesday, January 5, 2027. Regular court sessions will resume on Wednesday, January 6, 2027.

This announcement was made on Monday by Dr. Catherine Christopher, the Court’s Director of Information. The break is in line with the court’s rules, as approved by the Chief Judge, Hon. Justice John Terhemba Tsoho.

During the vacation, only certain judges will be working to handle urgent cases. These include issues related to fundamental rights, the arrest or release of vessels, and other important national matters, such as pre-election cases.

The judges assigned to work during this period are:

• Abuja Judicial Division: Hon. Justice I. E. Ekwo, Hon. Justice O. A. Egwuatu
• Lagos Judicial Division: Hon. Justice Akintayo Aluko, Hon. Justice Ogazi F. Nkemakonam
• Port Harcourt Judicial Division: Hon. Justice P. M. Ayua, Hon. Justice A. T. Mohammed
• Enugu Judicial Division: Hon. Justice F. O. G. Ogunbanjo, Hon. Justice M. T. Segun-Bello

The Chief Judge also extended early Christmas wishes to all judges and court staff.