Judiciary
11 bodies
Supreme Court of Nigeria
21 membersNigeria's apex court and final court of appeal. Headed by the Chief Justice of Nigeria.
Court of Appeal
90 membersHears appeals from the Federal High Court, State High Courts, and other specialised courts. Sits in multiple divisions.
Federal High Court
Has exclusive jurisdiction over federal matters including banking, oil, taxation, and administrative law.
National Industrial Court
Specialised court for labour disputes, employment relations, and trade union matters.
High Court of the FCT
The state-level court for the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja.
State High Courts
Each of the 36 states has a High Court with unlimited civil and criminal jurisdiction.
Sharia Courts of Appeal
Operate in 12 northern states applying Islamic personal and family law for Muslims.
Customary Courts of Appeal
Hear appeals in matters governed by customary law across various states.
Investment and Securities Tribunal
Resolves disputes relating to investments, securities, and the capital market.
Code of Conduct Tribunal
Tries public officers for breaches of the Code of Conduct for Public Officers.
Tax Appeal Tribunal
Resolves disputes between taxpayers and the FIRS or State Internal Revenue Services.