From John Bassey, Kebbi
The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), Kebbi State Wing, under the leadership of Comrade Zaki Sarki SK, has congratulated the Kebbi State Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Prof. Junaidu Bello Marshal, on his elevation to the prestigious rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN).
In a congratulatory message issued in Birnin Kebbi, the NUT Chairman, Comrade Zaki Sarki SK, speaking on behalf of the State Executive Council and teachers across Kebbi State, described the elevation as well deserved and a testament to Prof. Marshal’s hard work, humility and distinguished service to the legal profession and academia.
According to the Legal Practitioners’ Privileges Committee (LPPC), Prof. Marshal was among 68 legal practitioners recently elevated to the rank of SAN at its 174th plenary session, chaired by the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun. He was sworn in on October 12, 2026, alongside other newly conferred Senior Advocates.
Comrade Zaki Sarki SK said teachers across Kebbi State were proud that one of the state’s distinguished professionals, who is also a renowned academic, had attained one of the highest ranks in Nigeria’s legal profession.
He noted that Prof. Marshal’s achievement had brought recognition to both the legal profession and academia, while enhancing Kebbi State’s profile at the national level.
The NUT chairman also commended the Executive Governor of Kebbi State,
Comrade Dr. Nasir Idris, Kauran Gwandu, for celebrating and identifying with Prof. Marshal’s achievement, describing it as a source of pride for the entire state.
He prayed that Almighty Allah would grant Prof. Junaidu Bello Marshal, SAN, greater wisdom, knowledge and strength to continue upholding justice, the rule of law and service to humanity.
