Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State has congratulated two prominent lawyers, Aminu Gadanya and Abdulkarim Maude, on their elevation to the rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria, SAN. The investiture ceremony took place on Monday at the Supreme Court in Abuja, where the governor’s Special Adviser on Justice and Constitutional Matters, Aminu Hussain, represented him and conveyed his goodwill message to the new SANs.
The recognition is seen as a testament to Kano’s growing excellence in the legal profession. Governor Yusuf reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to producing more accomplished lawyers, citing the establishment of the Faculty of Law at the North-West University, Kano, as a key factor in positioning the state to compete favourably in legal education and practice.
The governor pledged his government’s continued support for young lawyers in the state, aiming to help them attain the highest professional heights and bring pride to Kano. This move is expected to further boost the state’s reputation in the legal sphere. With the elevation of Gadanya and Maude to SAN, Kano State has once again demonstrated its potential to produce talented and dedicated legal professionals.
The legal profession in Nigeria is highly competitive, and the rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria is a prestigious honour bestowed upon outstanding lawyers. The investiture ceremony is a significant event in the country’s legal calendar, and the recognition of Gadanya and Maude is a notable achievement for Kano State.
Governor Yusuf’s commitment to supporting young lawyers and promoting legal education in the state is likely to have a positive impact on the development of the legal profession in Kano. As the state continues to produce accomplished lawyers, it is expected to play an increasingly important role in shaping the country’s legal landscape. With the governement’s support, young lawyers in Kano State can look forward to opportunities for growth and development, and the state can anticipate a brighter future for its legal profession.
