The judicial history of Rivers State has been painstakingly documented for the first time in a landmark publication titled “History of Rivers State Judiciary: A Compendium of Personalities on the Bench.” Authored by Ampim Gogo Blankson, Esq., Deputy Director at the Rivers State Ministry of Justice, in collaboration with the Rivers State Judiciary, this richly detailed book presents a unique and authoritative narrative of the development, structure, and individuals who have shaped the judiciary in Rivers State since its creation in 1967.
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This monumental publication is more than a historical record — it is a rare blend of law, biography, and institutional history. For the first time in the legal history of Rivers State, judicial officers — past and present — are comprehensively profiled in a single volume that also explores the legal, administrative, and political evolution of the judiciary.
Key Features Include:
- A chronological history of the Rivers State Judiciary
- Laws and regulations governing the Judiciary in the state
- The appointment process of judges in Rivers State
- A detailed list of Heads of Courts and Judges from inception to date
- Judicial divisions of the High Court of Rivers State
- Profiles and biographies of serving and retired judges
- Iconic portraits of judges in ceremonial robes (scarlet with full-bottom wigs)
- Selected rulings and judgments from Rivers State judges
- A chapter on The Dark Years of the Rivers State Judiciary
- The Revised Code of Conduct for judicial officers
According to the author, the book is born out of a desire to preserve the legacies of judicial heroes whose contributions may otherwise fade with time. The judiciary, having grown from just a handful of judges in the 1970s to over 100 today, has undergone institutional and structural transformations worth documenting for posterity.
“This book aims to recall memories and interactions with eminent jurists who made significant contributions to justice delivery in Rivers State. It is intended to inspire, educate, and preserve the noble traditions of the Bench,” — Ampim Gogo Blankson, Esq.
In his comment on the book, the Chief Judge of Rivers State, Hon. Justice Simeon Chibuzor Amadi, DSSRS, described it as an unprecedented scholarly achievement:
“To the best of my knowledge, no person has produced such a compendium containing the brief biodata of all judicial officers or judges of the Rivers State Judiciary and their pronouncements from the creation of Rivers State in 1967 to date.”
Ampim Gogo Blankson, Esq., hails from Bakana in Degema Local Government Area of Rivers State. He is the son of the late Hon. Justice Cobbna Dian Blankson and Mrs. Adefuyi Blankson. A Barrister and Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Nigeria, he holds an LLB from Rivers State University (2002) and was called to the Bar in 2003.
He is a trained Mediator and Arbitrator, with a diploma in International Arbitration from the College of Law, England and Wales. He is a member of:
- Nigerian Bar Association (NBA)
- Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (UK)
- Institute of Chartered Mediators and Conciliators (ICMC)
- Negotiation and Conflict Management Group (NCMG)
Beyond law, he is an Ordained Minister of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) and the 11th Chairman (2019–2022) of the Christian Lawyers Fellowship of Nigeria (CLASFON), Port Harcourt Branch. He is married to Favour Chinaze Blankson, a fellow legal practitioner, and they are blessed with three children.
This book is an essential resource for:
- Judges and Magistrates
- Legal practitioners
- Law students and scholars
- Historians and researchers
- Policy makers and administrators
- Libraries and legal institutions
It offers deep insights into the personalities and precedents that shaped the justice system in one of Nigeria’s most significant legal jurisdictions.
📘 Title: History of Rivers State Judiciary: A Compendium of Personalities on the Bench
💰 Cover Price: ₦20,000.00 (Twenty Thousand Naira)
🏬 Sales Points:
- Bukky Law Books, Rivers State High Court Complex, Moscow Road, Port Harcourt – 📞 08034868754
- Rivers State Ministry of Justice, State Secretariat Complex, Port Harcourt – 📞 08034729738
📞 Enquiries: - Favour – 08034712810
- Otokinie – 08037532063
This book is not just a record of the past — it is a guidepost for the future. It educates, inspires, and preserves the rich judicial traditions of Rivers State for generations to come. Whether you are part of the legal community or an informed citizen interested in governance and justice, this is a must-have addition to your library.
Get your copy today and own a piece of Rivers State’s judicial legacy.
“History of Rivers State Judiciary: A Compendium of Personalities on the Bench.” Authored by Ampim Gogo Blankson, Esq., Deputy Director at the Rivers State Ministry of Justice, in collaboration with the Rivers State Judiciary 💰 Cover Price: ₦20,000.00 (Twenty Thousand Naira) Bukky Law Books, Rivers State High Court Complex, Moscow Road, Port Harcourt – 📞 08034868754📞 08034729738📞 Enquiries: ______________________________________________________________________ From Constitutionalism To Federalism And "Speaking Truth To Power": Get Your Copies Of Prof. Ozekhome's Books Tackling Nigeria's Critical Issues 
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