September 27, 2024
By Samuel Ogunsona
The Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, will swear in 87 new Senior Advocates of Nigeria (SAN) on Monday, September 30, 2024.
The ceremony, marking the official start of the 2024/2025 legal year, will take place at 10 a.m. in the main courtroom of the Supreme Court in Abuja.
According to a press statement issued by the Supreme Court’s Director of Information, Dr. Festus Akande, on Thursday, the 87 lawyers were elevated to the coveted rank at the 164th Plenary session held on August 1.
The session was chaired by former Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Olukayode Ariwoola.
The new Senior Advocates underwent a rigorous evaluation process, demonstrating exceptional expertise, integrity, and contributions to the legal profession.
The swearing-in ceremony will be attended by Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Chairman of the Body of Senior Advocates of Nigeria, President of the Nigerian Bar Association among other important dignitaries.
