The Federal High Court of Nigeria has announced the appointment of Yahaya Yakubu Shafa, FCArb, as its Acting Chief Registrar, following the elevation of former Chief Registrar Sulaiman Amida Hassan to the Bench.
In a statement issued Tuesday by the court’s Director of Information, Catherine Oby Christopher, the court said the appointment, approved by the Federal Judicial Service Commission at its 98th meeting on January 22, 2026, takes effect from February 17, 2026.
“Mr Shafa is a seasoned judicial administrator and legal practitioner with over eighteen years of progressive experience in the justice sector,” the statement read.
Before his new role, Shafa served as Executive Secretary of the Nasarawa State Judicial Service Commission, where he played a key role in judicial administration, policy coordination, and institutional development.
The statement added, “His wealth of experience in court administration, legal practice, and institutional reform is expected to strengthen the administrative machinery of the Federal High Court and enhance the efficient delivery of justice.”
Congratulating both officials, the management and staff of the court wished Hassan well on his elevation to the Bench and expressed optimism for Shafa’s tenure.
“Mr. Shafa’s appointment ensures continuity, efficiency, and stability in the court’s administrative leadership,” the statement concluded.
