NJC recommends 14 candidates for Federal High Court judge roles
The National Judicial Council has put forward 14 candidates for appointment as judges of the Federal High Court. The recommendations were made after the council received necessary security clearances for all nominees. President Bola Tinubu is set to receive the list for approval. The process was overseen by Chief Justice Kudirat Motonmori Olatokunbo Kekere-Ekun.
What we know
- The National Judicial Council recommended 14 candidates to President Bola Tinubu for Federal High Court judge appointments.
- The decision was made during the council's 110th meeting, held on January 13 and 14, 2026.
- The recommendations were delayed until security reports for all candidates were received.
- On January 22, 2026, the NJC forwarded the names to the President after receiving clear security reports.
- The recommended candidates include Suleiman Hassan, Muhammad Saidu, Igboko Conchita, Onuegbu Angela, Galumje Edingah, Ibrahim Eneabo, Abubakar Usman, Salihu Yunusa, Ikpeme Bassey, Shehu Adamu, Mohammed Buba, Eigege-Binjin Judith, Usoro Uduak, and Nwoye Donatus.
