Departments

Administration Department

The Administration Department is responsible for managing human resources, staff welfare, and security. It oversees staff recruitment, promotions, discipline, pensions, and welfare services such as healthcare (NHIS) and housing funds. The department also ensures the security of the court complex and official residences.

Budget Department

The Budget Department is responsible for financial planning and resource allocation. It prepares and monitors budgets, ensures compliance with financial regulations, and provides data-driven financial analysis to support court operations.

Finance & Accounts Department

Responsible for financial management, this department oversees budget preparation, payroll, revenue collection, and financial reporting. It ensures compliance with financial regulations and handles staff pensions, salaries, and payments for court operations.

Information & Public Relations Department

This department manages public communication, media relations, and court event coverage. It operates the Court User Information Unit, ensuring smooth visitor interactions and handling inquiries. The Freedom of Information Unit processes public requests under the FOI Act. Additionally, the department manages digital media, press releases, and reputation management.

Each department plays a crucial role in maintaining the integrity and efficiency of the Supreme Court of Nigeria, ensuring justice is served effectively.

Legal Process & Archives Department

This department handles legal drafting, advocacy, and legal representation for the court. It collaborates with external solicitors when legal cases arise against the Supreme Court. Additionally, it manages legal research, archives, and documentation, ensuring accurate record-keeping.

Library Department

The Supreme Court Library serves as a vital research hub for justices, lawyers, and court officials. It houses extensive legal resources, including law reports, case files, and digital databases. Recent upgrades include automation, online access, and electro-mechanized shelving for better document management.

Litigation Department

As the core of judicial operations, this department manages case filings, court proceedings, and legal documentation. It coordinates various court registries, processes case records, and publishes judgments. The department also oversees alternative dispute resolution (ADR) through the Mediation Center.

Maintenance Department

Tasked with the upkeep of court infrastructure, this department ensures the functionality of electrical, mechanical, and estate systems. It carries out preventive maintenance, repairs, and facility management to maintain a safe and efficient working environment.

Medical Department

Providing healthcare services to justices, court staff, and their families, this department includes general outpatient care, an emergency response unit, dental services, pharmacy, and a diagnostic laboratory. It also promotes workplace health and preventive care initiatives.

Medical Services Department

At the core of the Medical Services Department's functions, is primarily ensuring a healthy workforce. This essential mandate is done using the services of seasoned Health Professionals and Visiting Consultants in the provision of quality health care and medicaments to the Honourable Justices of the Court, Court Staff, their families, Litigants, as well as Other Court Users who take ill while in the Court Complex. The Department consists of a General Outpatient, Pharmacy, Diagnostic Laboratory, Nursing, Dental, Physiotherapy, Immunisation and Health Promotion, and Medical Records Units. The core values driving the services rendered by the Department are Professionalism, Integrity, Rigour, Efficiency and Reliability. Medicine being a dynamic field, the Department looks to continue to improve its services by embracing Evidence Based Best Practices as they evolve in the Medical Field.

Planning, Research & Statistics Department

This department ensures data-driven decision-making by collecting and analyzing court statistics. It monitors project implementation, oversees research initiatives, and supports budget planning. Additionally, it contributes to procurement processes and resource allocation.

Procurement Department

The Procurement Department ensures the court acquires goods, services, and infrastructure in compliance with the Public Procurement Act. It evaluates vendor contracts, manages supplier relationships, and ensures value for money in all acquisitions.

Special Duties Department

The Special Duties Department coordinates all ceremonial functions of the Supreme Court, including swearing-in ceremonies, valedictory sessions, and official events. It ensures justices have the required robes, manages passport and visa procurement, liaises with foreign affairs bodies, and oversees travel logistics. Committed to professionalism and confidentiality, the department upholds the court’s traditions with efficiency and excellence.

Training Department

Dedicated to continuous professional development, this department designs and implements training programs for all court personnel. It collaborates with institutions like the National Judicial Institute (NJI) and international bodies to enhance judicial skills. The department also focuses on digital transformation through e-learning and virtual training sessions.