Salary structure of Federal Judicial Service Commission (FJSC)
As an aspiring lawyer, understanding the salary structure of the Federal Judicial Service Commission (FJSC) is crucial.
It gives you a glimpse of what to expect if you plan to join the commission.
In this article, we will explore the salary structure of FJSC and a listing of the hierarchy of the commission.
Salary Structure of FJSC
The FJSC is a government establishment responsible for appointing, promoting and disciplining judicial officers in Nigeria.
The sum of their salary is determined by the Consolidated Judiciary Salary Structure (CONJUSS), which is similar to that of the Nigerian civil service structure.
The table below presents the annual estimated earning of the FJSC based on their ranks:
| Rank | Annual Estimated Earnings
| CJN | N10, 982, 875.00
| JSC | N9, 906, 215.00
| JCA | N8, 452, 907.00
| PCA | N7, 276, 350.00
| CJF | N6, 397, 502.00
| JCF | N5, 749, 619.00
| JCM | N4, 959, 266.00
| SCM | N3, 937, 799.00
| DCJ | N4, 819, 727.00
| JCA | N4, 253, 838.00
| HCA | N3, 531, 249.00
| AHC | N2, 591, 222.00
The above table represents the estimated earnings of the FJSC, and it is subject to change due to factors such as promotions, years of service, and other allowances.
Hierarchy of FJSC
The FJSC has a hierarchical structure that determines the roles and duties of each member.
The hierarchy of the FJSC is as follows:
•Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN)
• Justices of the Supreme Court (JSC)
• Justices of the Court of Appeal (JCA)
• President of the Customary Court of Appeal (PCA)
• Chief Judge of the Federal High Court (CJF)
• Judges of the Federal High Court (JCF)
• Judges of the National Industrial Court (JCM)
• Sharia Court of Appeal Judges (SCM)
• Deputy Chief Justices (DCJ)
• Kadis of the Sharia Court of Appeal
• President of the Customary Court (HCA)
• Ag President of the Customary Court (AHC)
Pathway to Join the FJSC
Joining the FJSC is not an easy task and requires adequate preparation and dedication.
The following are the steps to join the FJSC:
• Obtain a degree in law from a recognized university
• Obtain a master’s degree in law or a relevant field
• Pass the Nigerian Bar Examination
FAQs
What is the role of the FJSC?
The FJSC is responsible for appointing, promoting, and disciplining judicial officers in Nigeria.
What is the salary structure of the FJSC?
The salary structure of the FJSC is determined by the Consolidated Judiciary Salary Structure (CONJUSS).
