The Chief Judge of Delta State, Hon. Justice Theresa Diai, has approved the posting of 12 Honourable Judges across various Judicial Divisions in the state, with effect from Tuesday, September 30, 2025.

This was disclosed in an official circular issued on July 30, 2025, by the Office of the Chief Registrar of the Delta State High Court of Justice in Asaba. The postings, according to the Chief Judge, were made “owing to the exigencies of service” and in accordance with Section 35 of the High Court Law, Cap. H3, Volume 3, Laws of Delta State 2006.

Among the notable changes, Hon. Justice K. O. Okpu, previously sitting at the High Court, Ogwashi-Uku, will now preside at the High Court, Akwukwu-Igbo. Hon. Justice C. E. Achilefu (Mrs.) moves from Otor-Udu to Effurun High Court No. 1, while Hon. Justice E. I. Oritsejafor has been transferred from Effurun High Court No. 1 to Otu-Jeremi.

Hon. Justice F. N. Azinge (Mrs.) relocates from Asaba High Court No. 4 to Ogwashi-Uku; Hon. Justice C. N. Ogadi (Mrs.) moves from Agbor to Issele-Uku; and Hon. Justice T. O. Uloho (Mrs.) shifts from Otu-Jeremi to Otor-Udu High Court No. 1.

Additional postings include Hon. Justice M. N. Obi to Asaba High Court No. 4, Hon. Justice H. O. Akpotohwo (Mrs.) to Ibusa, Hon. Justice M. O. Omovie (Mrs.) to Owa-Oyibu, and Hon. Justice M. C. Okoh to Agbor. Hon. Justice E. G. Timi (Mrs.) is posted to Umunede, while Hon. Justice C. I. Dafe (Mrs.) will now sit at Effurun High Court No. 3, covering the Ekpan division until new judges are appointed.

In line with the National Judicial Council (NJC) Policy Guidelines on pending cases dated June 16, 2025, the Chief Judge emphasized that all pending cases which have reached an advanced stage or are adjourned for judgment shall move automatically with the affected judge to their new station.

For criminal matters, the policy defines “advanced stage” to include cases involving a trial-within-trial, pending rulings on no-case submissions, cases at the defence stage, or matters set for judgment. It also covers trials where the prosecution has called at least three witnesses.

Consequently, the Chief Judge has directed that no formal application for transfer of such cases is necessary and that her office will not entertain any request for a warrant or complaints concerning these categories of cases.

TO ALL HON. JUDGES (POSTING OF JUDGES Delta State judiciary

The circular was signed by the Chief Registrar, Mrs. Eloho Okodiya-Onoriose.

______________________________________________________________________ “Bridging Theory And Courtroom Practice” — Hagler Sunny Okorie, Nathaniel Ngozi Ikeocha Unveil ‘Functional’ Tort Law Book For Nigerian Legal System The book, titled The Law of Torts in Nigeria: A Functional Approach, authored by Professor Hagler Sunny Okorie Ph.D and Ikeocha, Nathaniel Ngozi Esq, offers law students, practitioners, and academics a comprehensive guide to understanding and applying tort law in Nigerian courts. Interested buyers can place orders via the following contact numbers: 08028636615, 08037667945, 08032253813, or +234 902 196 2209. ______________________________________________________________________ [A MUST HAVE] Evidence Act Demystified With Recent And Contemporary Cases And Materials
“Evidence Act: Complete Annotation” by renowned legal experts Sanni & Etti.
Available now for NGN 40,000 at ASC Publications, 10, Boyle Street, Onikan, Lagos. Beside High Court, TBS. Email publications@ayindesanni.com or WhatsApp +2347056667384. Purchase Link: https://paystack.com/buy/evidence-act-complete-annotation ______________________________________________________________________ ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE FOR LAWYERS: A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE Reimagine your practice with the power of AI “...this is the only Nigerian book I know of on the topic.” — Ohio Books Ltd Authored by Ben Ijeoma Adigwe, Esq., ACIArb (UK), LL.M, Dip. in Artificial Intelligence, Director, Delta State Ministry of Justice, Asaba, Nigeria. Bonus: Get a FREE eBook titled “How to Use the AI in Legalpedia and Law Pavilion” with every purchase.

How to Order: 📞 Call, Text, or WhatsApp: 08034917063 | 07055285878 📧 Email: benadigwe1@gmail.com 🌐 Website: www.benadigwe.com

Ebook Version: Access directly online at: https://selar.com/prv626

________________________________________________________________________ “Enhance Legal Practice With Authoritative Reports” — Alexander Payne Offers Comprehensive Law Reports, Spanning Over A Century Of Nigerian Jurisprudence

Interested buyers are encouraged to place their orders and enquiries via: 0704 444 4777, 0704 444 4999, 0818 199 9888 Website: www.alexandernigeria.com