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LPPC Confers SAN Rank on 68 Lawyers, One Academic in 2026 Exercise
By Rukevwe odeh
The Legal Practitioners’ Privileges Committee (LPPC) has approved the elevation of 68 legal practitioners to the prestigious rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) for the 2026 conferment.
The decision was reached during the committee’s 174th plenary meeting chaired by the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun. The successful candidates comprise 67 legal practitioners from the Bar and one academic, Professor Nnamdi Onyeka Obiaraeri, who emerged as the only successful applicant from the academic category.
According to the LPPC, the SAN title is awarded to lawyers who have distinguished themselves through exceptional advocacy, legal scholarship, and outstanding contributions to the legal profession.
The committee directed all successful candidates to participate in the mandatory pre-swearing-in induction programme, stressing that attendance is a requirement before the official conferment of the rank. The date for the induction programme will be announced by the committee, while the swearing-in ceremony is scheduled for October 12, 2026.
The LPPC also reminded the newly elevated lawyers to comply with the provisions of the Legal Practitioners’ Privileges Guidelines and the Rules of Professional Conduct by refraining from publishing or encouraging congratulatory advertisements, goodwill messages, or notices relating to their elevation. It warned that any breach of the regulations could attract disciplinary measures.
The 2026 list includes four female legal practitioners among the successful advocates, reflecting continued female representation in the country’s highest legal honour.
The full list of successful applicants has been released by the LPPC.
By staff Reporter Rukevwe Odeh
Salvation Ministries is set to dedicate its newly completed global headquarters, the Hand of God Cathedral, in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, on Friday, November 6, 2026.
The dedication ceremony marks a significant milestone for the church, which is led by its founder and Presiding Pastor, David Ibiyeomie.
The new cathedral is expected to serve as the ministry’s global worship centre, providing a larger space for religious gatherings, spiritual activities and other church programmes.
The event is anticipated to attract worshippers, church leaders, ministers of the gospel and other Christian faithful from different parts of Nigeria and beyond.
By staff Reporter Rukevwe Odeh
The campaign convoy of former Vice-President and African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has reportedly been attacked by suspected hoodlums in Kebbi State, leaving several media equipment destroyed.
The incident reportedly occurred on Thursday, November 5, 2026, while the campaign team was moving through the state for political engagements ahead of the 2027 general elections.
According to the campaign team, the attackers allegedly blocked the convoy, pelted vehicles with stones and subsequently targeted journalists and members of the accompanying media crew.
By staff Reporter Rukevwe Odeh
The Lagos State Government has intensified efforts to address persistent electricity challenges by seeking increased private-sector investment and promoting cleaner energy alternatives to improve power supply across the state.
The Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources, Biodun Ogunleye, disclosed this on Thursday during a press conference ahead of the state’s forthcoming energy summit.
Ogunleye said the initiative was designed to translate discussions surrounding Lagos’ electricity challenges into practical solutions that would expand access to reliable power, strengthen energy infrastructure and stimulate economic growth.
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