Chief Judge Tsoho Ready To Respond To CCB Invitation Over Asset Declaration

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The federal high court (FHC) has stated that its chief judge, John Tsoho, will meet with the Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB) regarding claims about his asset declaration.

In a statement issued on Monday, Catherine Christopher, director of information of the FHC, said Tsoho remains committed to cooperating with the CCB in respect of its invitation.

The statement said the chief judge would appear before the CCB alongside his legal representative, Kanu Agabi, a senior advocate of Nigeria (SAN).

According to the court, Agabi is currently outside Nigeria for medical reasons but has indicated his readiness to accompany Tsoho to the bureau upon his return.

“In accordance with his constitutional right to consult and be represented by counsel of his choice, his legal representative, Kanu Godwin Agabi, CON, SAN, has indicated his readiness to accompany the Honourable Chief Judge to the Bureau upon his return to Nigeria, he being presently outside the country for medical reasons,” the statement reads.

The court said the position “has been duly communicated to the Code of Conduct Bureau, affirming the Chief Judge’s willingness to appear and participate in the process in full compliance with the law and established constitutional safeguards”.

For planning reasons, the bureau has been told that any day during the week starting on March 16, 2026, works for the chief judge and his team.

The statement also said, “The Hon. Chief Judge again shows his support for fair process, open procedures, and respect for the law.”

Tsoho’s upcoming meeting comes after a report saying he didn’t list some bank accounts in the form he sent to the CCB.
The bureau then asked him to explain these claims.