The Federal High Court in Abuja, presided over by Honourable Justice H. J. Yilwa, on Thursday continued the hearing in the matter instituted by Chief Uche Geoffrey Nnaji, former Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology, against the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) and others.
At the sitting, Chief Nnaji was represented by a distinguished team of senior advocates, led by Chief Wole Olanipẹkun, SAN, and Professor Sebastine Hon, SAN, alongside other counsel on record.
The Court began proceedings by formally calling the case, taking appearances for all parties, and addressing preliminary matters. Justice Yilwa indicated readiness to move into the full hearing at the next sitting to ensure that all issues are considered comprehensively. Following procedural clarifications, the matter was adjourned to 14 January 2026 for full hearing.
It is important to note that Chief Nnaji is the Applicant, not a defendant. The case does not involve forgery or any criminal allegations. Rather, it seeks the Court’s protection against unlawful interference, tampering, and the dissemination of false information regarding his academic records by certain officials of UNN.
According to the Certified True Copy (CTC) of the Court’s earlier order, Justice Yilwa had already granted Chief Nnaji leave to issue a prerogative writ of prohibition, restraining the respondents from taking any further action or making publications about his academic records until the case is finally determined.
In summary, the case is about protecting Chief Nnaji’s rights and reputation, and the Court has already recognized the merit of his application by granting initial orders in his favour.
Chief Nnaji remained composed and confident, reaffirming his faith in the Nigerian judiciary and its commitment to justice and fairness. His legal team expressed confidence that the matter will be properly resolved in accordance with the law.
The session concluded in an atmosphere of professionalism and decorum, underscoring the judiciary’s central role as the guardian of truth, fairness, and due process.
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