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High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja (Civil Procedure) Rules, 2018

The High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (Civil Procedure) Rules, 2018 provide the procedural framework for the initiation, conduct, and adjudication of civil proceedings before the High Court of the FCT, Abuja. These Rules are designed to ensure the just, efficient, and expeditious resolution of civil disputes in accordance with the overriding objective of doing substantial justice.

The Rules govern all aspects of civil litigation, including commencement of actions, service of processes, pleadings, interlocutory applications, case management, trial procedures, and post-judgment processes. The 2018 revision incorporates progressive procedural reforms aimed at promoting judicial efficiency, reducing delays, and enhancing access to justice.

This document is indispensable for legal practitioners, litigants, judicial officers, and litigation support professionals involved in civil practice within the jurisdiction of the FCT High Court.