Abba Kabir Yusuf Congratulates New SAN Sagir Gezawa
On October 14, 2026, Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf congratulated Barrister Sagir Gezawa Suleiman on his elevation to the rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN). This commendation occurred during the swearing-in ceremony for 68 newly conferred SANs at the Supreme Court in Abuja, which also marked the beginning of the 2026/2027 legal year.
Governor Yusuf described Gezawa as a competent and incorruptible legal practitioner, emphasizing that his elevation honors Kano State. He urged Gezawa to maintain high professional standards and integrity in his duties, serving as a role model for young lawyers in Kano.
The governor referenced the state's history of producing distinguished legal practitioners, mentioning Abdulkarim Kabiru Maude and Aminu Gadanya, who became SANs in 2025, and Sunusi Musa and Abdul Adamu Fagge, who were elevated in 2024. Yusuf reaffirmed his administration's commitment to supporting initiatives that promote professional excellence and justice.
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