Federal High Court Clarifies Chief Judge’s Position on CCB Invitation

The Federal High Court of Nigeria has issued a clarification regarding the invitation extended to its Chief Judge, Hon. Justice John Terhemba Tsoho, by the Code of Conduct Bureau.

In a statement released on Monday, the court affirmed that the Honourable Chief Judge remains fully committed to cooperating with the Bureau in respect of the matter under review.

The statement explained that, in line with his constitutional right to consult and be represented by counsel of his choice, the Chief Judge’s legal representative, Kanu Godwin Agabi, CON, SAN, has expressed readiness to accompany him to the Bureau upon his return to Nigeria. Agabi is currently outside the country for medical reasons.

According to the court, this position has been formally communicated to the Code of Conduct Bureau, reaffirming the Chief Judge’s willingness to appear before the agency and participate fully in the process in compliance with the law and established constitutional safeguards.

For scheduling purposes, the Bureau has been informed that any date within the week commencing Monday, March 16, 2026, would be convenient for both the Chief Judge and his counsel.

The Chief Judge reiterated his commitment to due process, transparency, and respect for the rule of law.

The statement was signed by Dr. Catherine Oby Christopher, Director of Information, Federal High Court of Nigeria, and dated Monday, March 2, 2026.