The Federal High Court of Nigeria has announced the establishment and operationalisation of Freedom of Information (FOI) Desk.
Catherine Oby Christopher,
Director Information, in a statement on Sunday, said the creation of the FoI desk is in line with the commitment of the Federal High Court of Nigeria to uphold transparency, promote accountability and enhance public access to information.
The Information/FOI Desk, Christopher said, was created to serve as a central point for receiving inquiries from journalists and members of the public, submitting letters, formal FOI requests, and related correspondence, and providing guidance on accessing public records and information in line with the Freedom of Information Act.
The Desk, located at the Federal High Court headquarters Abuja, is fully staffed with trained personnel, ready to assist individuals and organizations seeking information about the Court’s activities, decisions and operations, while ensuring compliance with legal and procedural requirements, Christopher stated.
“This initiative reflects the Court’s ongoing efforts to foster open communication, support the constitutional right to information,”; she added.
