Mr. Uche Val Obi, SAN, formally unveiled his latest legal treatise, Contemporary Law of Tort in Nigeria, at a well-attended book launch held in Lagos. The event brought together eminent members of the legal profession, including judges, senior lawyers, academics, and law students, highlighting the publication’s significance to Nigerian jurisprudence.
The ceremony was chaired by Chief Wole Olanipekun, SAN, while Professor Fabian Ajogwu, SAN, provided a formal review of the work, emphasising its academic depth and practical relevance.
In his opening remarks, Olanipekun, SAN, described the book as “a remarkable contribution to the heart of legal practice.” He noted that tort law impacts the daily lives of Nigerians in ways many do not recognise, adding that Obi’s modern, well-researched text offers both courts and practitioners a valuable guide for navigating contemporary legal challenges.
During the review, Ajogwu, SAN, commended Obi’s scholarship, calling the book “a masterful blend of doctrine and practicality.” He highlighted that it not only covers traditional tort concepts but also explores emerging issues, describing the work as “strengthening jurisprudence and speaking to the future of litigation in Nigeria.”
The author, Mr. Uche Val Obi, SAN, expressed gratitude to attendees, describing the book as the culmination of over three decades of legal practice. “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 book, which follows Obi’s widely referenced Class Actions in Nigeria, addresses core areas such as negligence, nuisance, and vicarious liability, while also engaging with newer developments in civil litigation. Obi underscored the dynamic nature of tort law, noting: “Society is changing, technology is advancing, and the law must evolve with it. This book attempts to capture that evolution.”
Several attendees praised the text as a timely intervention in Nigerian civil law. A senior judicial officer, who spoke on condition of anonymity, remarked: “At a time when courts are confronted with increasingly complex civil disputes, this book fills a critical gap and is likely to influence many judgments in the near future.”
The event concluded with Obi acknowledging the contributions of colleagues and supporters involved in the book’s development. Guests departed with signed copies, with many agreeing that Contemporary Law of Tort in Nigeria is poised to become a leading reference in law faculties, courtrooms, and legal practice across the country.
