Festus Akande
Dr. Festus Akande is the Director of Information and Public Relations at the Supreme Court of Nigeria, known for his role in providing updates and information regarding the court's activities and proceedings. He recently announced that the Supreme Court would be setting a hearing date for a suit filed by 11 governors of the Peoples Democratic Party challenging the constitutional authority of President Bola Tinubu to declare a state of emergency in Rivers State.
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Recent news mentions
Dr. Festus Akande signed the press statement clarifying the Justice's trip to Benin City.
Supreme Court Denies Justice's Political Trip Allegations
Nigeria· 2025-06-14
Dr Festus Akande confirmed the passing of Justice Uwais in a press statement.
Supreme Court mourns ex-CJN UwaisNigeria· 2025-06-06
Dr Festus Akande, Director of Information and Public Relations at the Supreme Court, writes from Abuja.
How religious fanaticism, ethnic bigotry slow Nigeria’s growthNigeria· 2025-05-05Dr. Festus Akande is the Director of Information and Public Relations at the Supreme Court.
PDP govs get S’Court hearing date after EasterNigeria· 2025-04-21
