Senior Advocate of Nigeria Uche Val Obi, SAN, formally launched his latest legal treatise, Contemporary Law of Tort in Nigeria, on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at a well-attended event in Lagos.
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The ceremony, which drew eminent members of the legal profession, was chaired by Chief Wole Olanipekun, SAN, with the work reviewed by Professor Fabian Ajogwu, SAN, underscoring the publication’s academic rigour and practical relevance to Nigerian jurisprudence.
The event, held before a distinguished audience of judges, senior lawyers, academics and law students, was described by many as one of the most significant scholarly gatherings of the year. Attendees praised the book’s depth and timing, noting the growing complexity of civil liabilities and the pressing need for updated legal commentary.
In his opening remarks, Chief Wole Olanipekun, SAN, hailed the publication as “a remarkable contribution to the heart of legal practice.”
He added: “Tort law affects the daily lives of ordinary Nigerians in ways many do not realise. By producing a modern and deeply researched text, Obi has given both the courts and practitioners a valuable compass for navigating today’s challenges.”
During the formal review, Professor Fabian Ajogwu, SAN, commended Obi’s scholarship, describing the book as “a masterful blend of doctrine and practicality.”
He noted that the text goes beyond traditional tort concepts to explore new and emerging problem areas: “This is the kind of work that strengthens jurisprudence. It speaks to the future of litigation in Nigeria.”
Obi, speaking with visible appreciation for the turnout, said the book was the product of over three decades of legal experience and a desire to strengthen the foundations of Nigerian civil justice.
“I felt compelled to write a text that reflects both our local realities and the global shifts influencing tort law,” he said. “My hope is that this work becomes a dependable companion to students, scholars and practitioners for years to come.”
The author, who also wrote the widely referenced Class Actions in Nigeria, stressed that tort law remains one of the most dynamic fields of litigation.
He explained that the book covers negligence, nuisance, vicarious liability and other foundational principles, while also addressing newer developments: “Society is changing, technology is advancing, and the law must evolve with it. This book attempts to capture that evolution.”
Several dignitaries echoed similar sentiments, describing the text as a much-needed intervention.
One attendee, a senior judicial officer who preferred not to be named, said: “At a time when courts are confronted with increasingly complex civil disputes, this book fills a critical gap. It will undoubtedly shape many judgments in the near future.”
The event concluded with expressions of gratitude to the legal community and supporters who contributed to the work’s development. Many guests left with signed copies, affirming the general belief that Contemporary Law of Tort in Nigeria is set to become a leading reference in law faculties, courtrooms and law offices across the country.
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