The Lead Counsel at Legal Assent Johnny U. Agim Esq, has been celebrated by the Governor of Cross River State Sen Bassey Edet Otu, shortly after he was conferred with the rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) on 27th November, 2023 in Abuja.
He carries on his legal practice in Abuja.
He was promoted to the apex of legal practice among 58 legal practitioners on the 12th of October, 2023, by the Hon Chief Justice of Nigeria, Hon. Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, GCON.
Gov. Otu, who represented at the conferment ceremony by his deputy Rt. Hon. Peter Odey, told the celebrant that his promotion stands out as a testimony to his exceptional legal acumen and his unwavering commitment to excellence.
Otu’s Accolades which was contained in a letter to the Learned Silk following his nomination by the Supreme Court of Nigeria, congratulated Barr. Johnny U. Agim on his elevation to the rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria, (SAN).
“Your remarkable achievements and contributions to the legal fraternity have not only garnered respect but have also set a sterling example for aspiring legal practitioners in Cross River where you stand out as one of the few to achieve this feat.”
“I celebrate you especially that you are the first person from the entire Obudu LGA, in the northern Senatorial District of Cross River, South South South Nigeria, to enter the inner bar,” Otu said.
The Governor prayed that Barr. Agim’s wisdom, integrity and passion for justice guide and inspire the younger generation of legal professionals and society at large.