Posted On: October 30th 2026, 06:01 pm
The UK is backing Professor Dapo Akande to become a judge at the International Court of Justice.
The Lord Chancellor met Professor Akande at the United Nations in New York ahead of the election on 3 November.
With international law facing growing challenges, Professor Akande brings the legal expertise, independence and judgement needed to help uphold the rule of law around the world.
The UK is proud to support his candidacy.