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HIGH COURT OF JUSTICE, GOMBE STATE

Integrity and Efficient Justice Delivery.

URGENTHigh Court 4 will not be sitting from Jan 5th – Jan 7th, 2026.
ADJOURNMENTMagistrate Court 10: All matters for Jan 8th adjourned to Jan 12th.
APPEALKaltungo Division Appeal Session begins Monday, Feb 2nd.
Hon. Justice Halima S. Mohammed

Message from the Honourable Chief Judge

"The Gombe State High Court of Justice is committed to the protection of fundamental human rights and the preservation of the rule of law. We are continuously evolving to meet the demands of a modern legal system."

I warmly welcome you to the official website of the High Court of Justice, Gombe State. This platform reflects our commitment to transparency, efficiency, and improved access to justice through the responsible use of technology.

I encourage you to explore this website for relevant information on the Court’s structure, services, and activities, and to engage with the Judiciary in a manner that promotes justice and public confidence.

As the head of the Gombe State High Court and the Chairman of the State Judicial Service Commission, my focus remains on ensuring that our court divisions remain accessible, efficient, and technologically driven.

Hon. Justice Halima S. Mohammed

Chief Judge, Gombe State

About the Gombe State High Court

The Gombe State High Court of Justice stands as the beacon of legal authority in the state. Established to adjudicate matters within its jurisdiction, the court is committed to the principles of fairness, transparency, and the speedy administration of justice. Under the leadership of the Honorable Chief Judge, we strive to make justice accessible to all citizens.

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The Honourable Judges

Hon. Justice Halima S. Mohammed

Chief Judge

Hon. Justice Halima S. Mohammed

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Hon. Justice A. M Yakubu

Honourable Judge

Hon. Justice A. M Yakubu

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Hon. Justice H. H Kereng

Honourable Judge

Hon. Justice H. H Kereng

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Hon. Justice S. Y Abubakar

Honourable Judge

Hon. Justice S. Y Abubakar

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Hon. Justice M. A Haruna

Honourable Judge

Hon. Justice M. A Haruna

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Hon. Justice Fatima Musa

Honourable Judge

Hon. Justice Fatima Musa

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Hon. Justice Z. A Rasheed

Honourable Judge

Hon. Justice Z. A Rasheed

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Hon. Justice Abdussalam Muhammad

Honourable Judge

Hon. Justice Abdussalam Muhammad

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Hon. Justice D. S Sikkam

Honourable Judge

Hon. Justice D. S Sikkam

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Heritage

Roll of Honour

Distinguished jurists who have shaped the Gombe State Judiciary since its inception.

Substantive Chief Judges

Hon. Justice Zainab Bulkachuwa

Hon. Justice Zainab Bulkachuwa

Chief Judge

1996 — 2005
Hon. Justice Hakila Y. Heman

Hon. Justice Hakila Y. Heman

Chief Judge

2005 — 2014

Hon. Justice Joseph A. Awak

Chief Judge

2014 — 2021

Acting Chief Judges

Hon. Justice Beatrice Iliya

Hon. Justice Beatrice Iliya

Acting Chief Judge

Hon. Justice Mua'zu Abdulkadir Pindiga

Hon. Justice Mua'zu Abdulkadir Pindiga

Acting Chief Judge

Past Chief Registrars

Hon. Justice Paul Idi Apollos

1997 — 2001

Elevated to Bench

Barr Mohammed Umar Pindiga

2000 — 2005

Retired

Hon. Justice Muhammad Auwal Haruna

Hon. Justice Muhammad Auwal Haruna

2005 — 2012

Elevated to Bench

Barr Abdulsalam Jatau

2012 — 2018

Retired

Barr Bello Isa Umar Sherif

2018 — 2023

Retired

Our Directorates

The administrative pillars supporting the judicial process.

Office of the Chief Registrar

General administration.

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Admin & Finance

Management of budgetary allocations, accounts, and general administration.

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Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)

Facilitating peaceful and timely conflict resolution through mediation, conciliation, and arbitration outside traditional litigation.

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Appeal

Handling appellate processes and records transmitted from lower courts.

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Area Courts

Supervision and administration of Area Courts across the state.

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ICT

Digital infrastructure, e-filing support, and technical maintenance.

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Library

Legal research resources, law reports, and archival services.

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Litigation

Processing of case files, court registries, and dispute documentation.

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Magistracy

Oversight and coordination of Magistrate Courts within the jurisdiction.

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Personnel

Human resources, staff welfare, promotion, and discipline.

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Process

Service of court processes, summons, and official notices.

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Protocol

Managing the official etiquette, ceremonies, and travel arrangements for the Honorable Chief Judge.

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Research, Planning & Statistics

Driving judicial efficiency through data-driven analysis, strategic policy formulation, and comprehensive performance monitoring.

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Special Duties

Handling ad-hoc assignments, and special projects.

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Latest Judiciary News

NEWS8 October 2026

UNODC Delegation Visits Gombe Chief Judge, Receives Practice Direction on Non-Custodial Sentencing

The Chief Judge of Gombe State, Hon. Justice Halima Sa’addiyya Mohammed, received a delegation from the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and presented copies of the Gombe State High Court Practice Direction on Non-Custodial Sentencing, reaffirming the Judiciary’s commitment to criminal justice reform, rehabilitation of offenders and effective administration of justice.

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Announcement8 October 2026

New Practice Directions Issued

The Hon. Chief Judge has issued new directions regarding filing procedures.

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Event8 October 2026

Legal Year Opening Ceremony

Highlights from the commencement of the new legal year at the High Court complex.

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High Court Complex, Bauchi Road, Gombe, Gombe State, Nigeria.

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