Uche Nwokedi, SAN, a distinguished Nigerian lawyer, author, and entertainment enthusiast, passed away on June 28, 2024, in London.

The news was announced in a statement signed by Mr. Olumide Sofowora, SAN.

Nwokedi, an alumnus of St. Gregory’s College, Mayfield College, and the University of Lagos, had a remarkable legal career spanning four decades. He began as a Legal Counsel at Ashland Oil (Nigeria) Company before joining Chief Rotimi Williams’ Chambers. In 1991, he founded Uche Nwokedi & Co, Legal Practitioners, where he served as Principal Counsel until his passing.

Recognized as a preeminent commercial lawyer, Nwokedi was renowned for his expertise in commercial litigation and international commercial arbitration. He was also the Editor-In-Chief and Publisher of Nigerian Oil and Gas Cases.

Beyond his legal career, Nwokedi was passionate about entertainment. He produced the acclaimed “Kakadu the Musical” and mentored young talents through his youth development foundation, The Playhouse Initiative. He was also the creative force behind the M-Net Africa Magic legal TV drama series, “E.V.E: Audi Alteram Partem”.

A man of diverse interests, Nwokedi held a third-degree Black Belt in Shotokan Karate and served as the President of the Karate Federation of Nigeria from 2001 to 2005. He was also an author, with his memoir “A Shred of Fear” offering a poignant account of his experiences during the Biafran War.

Nwokedi is survived by his wife and three children. The legal and entertainment communities mourn the loss of this multifaceted personality who made significant contributions to both fields.

Funeral arrangements will be announced by the family at a later date.

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