Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), on Monday swore in 57 legal practitioners as Senior Advocates of Nigeria (SANs) at a ceremony held at the Supreme Court complex in Abuja. The event also marked the commencement of the 2025/2026 legal year.
Speaking at the ceremony, the CJN described the SAN rank as “recognition of years of dedicated service, resolute commitment to the rule of law, and exceptional contributions to the legal profession.”
“The conferment of this rank is a rigorous process, reflecting the high expectations placed upon those who bear the title,” Kekere-Ekun said. “It signifies not only professional excellence but also a commitment to ethical conduct and the upholding of the integrity of the legal profession.”
She cautioned the new SANs that the title remains a privilege and not a right, warning that it could be withdrawn if abused.
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Reviewing the court’s performance in the past legal year, Kekere-Ekun said the apex court considered 2,280 matters between July 2024 and July 2025. These included 1,720 motions and 560 appeals, resulting in 369 judgments.
The figures represent a marked improvement from the 2023/2024 legal year when 1,124 cases were heard and 247 judgments delivered.
“The past legal year has been a testament to our unwavering commitment to the speedy dispensation of justice,” she said.
