The Federal Judicial Service Commission (FJSC) has released the names of 62 candidates shortlisted for appointment to the Federal High Court bench. The announcement, carried in national newspapers on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, invites public comments on the integrity, reputation, and suitability of the nominees within 14 days.
The FJSC, headquartered at the Supreme Court Complex in Abuja’s Three Arms Zone, emphasized that the candidates were shortlisted following a rigorous computer-based test conducted by the Federal High Court. While the publication specifies appointments for 14 judges, the larger list of 62 nominees, organized by state and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), reflects a competitive selection process from diverse professional backgrounds, including private practice, government ministries, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), and state judiciaries.
This initiative aligns with an existing policy by the FJSC, State Judicial Service Commissions, and the FCT Judicial Service Committee to publicize candidate shortlists in national newspapers, soliciting feedback to ensure only qualified and unimpeachable individuals ascend to the bench.
Shortlisted Candidates by State
Abia State
Akwa Ibom State
Cross River State
Enugu State
Imo State
Kaduna State
Kwara State
Nasarawa State
Plateau State
Sokoto State
Taraba State
Zamfara State
Federal Capital Territory (FCT)
Guidelines for Public Input
The FJSC has provided strict protocols for submitting feedback:
Signed by the FJSC Secretary, the notice underscores the commission’s commitment to a transparent and accountable judicial appointment process while warning against frivolous or malicious complaints.
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