CJN Kekere-Ekun Swears In 68 New Senior Advocates of Nigeria

Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, has sworn in 68 legal practitioners as Senior Advocates of Nigeria (SANs) during a ceremony marking the commencement of the 2026/2027 legal year.

The Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) disclosed the development on Monday through its official X account.

The swearing-in ceremony marked the formal elevation of the 68 lawyers to one of the highest professional ranks in Nigeria’s legal profession.

The rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria is conferred on legal practitioners in recognition of their professional standing, competence and contributions to the development of law and the administration of justice.

The selection process is overseen by the Legal Practitioners’ Privileges Committee (LPPC), which considers applications and determines eligible candidates in accordance with established guidelines.

The award recognises practitioners who meet the required standards of professional experience, integrity and contribution to the legal profession.

The ceremony also coincided with the opening of the 2026/2027 legal year, marking a new phase in the activities of Nigeria’s judiciary.