J-K GADZAMA LLP HOLDS ITS 9TH ANNUAL MOOT AND MOCK TRIAL SESSION FOR NIGERIAN LAW SCHOOL EXTERNS
J-K Gadzama LLP, founded by the foremost Bar Leader and Life Bencher, Chief Joe-Kyari Gadzama, SAN, successfully held its 9th Annual Moot and Mock Trial Session for Nigerian Law School Externs on Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
This annual session, initiated by the Learned Silk and Life Bencher, reflects his unwavering commitment to giving back to the legal profession and investing in the growth of young practitioners.
The event was held at the Hon. Justice Niki Tobi Moot Court, situated on the pentfloor of J-K Gadzama Court. The moot court, donated by Chief Gadzama, SAN, serves as a dedicated space for Nigerian Law School students and university law students to engage in moot and mock trial exercises aimed at honing their advocacy and courtroom skills.
The session was presided over by Hon. Justice S. B. Belgore, who represented the Chief Judge of the High Court of the FCT. The event was graced by distinguished personalities including Dr. Esa Onoja, representing the Director-General of the Nigerian Law School, Professor Isa Hayatu Chiroma, SAN and Mr. Erekere Felix, representing the Chairman of the Body of Benchers, Hon. Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, JSC (Rtd), among others.
During the proceedings, twelve (12) Nigerian Law School externs namely; Chidera Nwokike Juliet, Memshima Orjime Victory, Chidera Chukwuemeka Joy, Omotola Owope Joanna, Oluwasayo Balogun Shalom, Alex Ehwubare, Ogneneoruese, Sharon Usman Joshua, Saviour Asuquo Orok, Soruchukwu Ugorji Chinanuekpere, Joy Onyeulor Adamma, Christopher Nukem, and Jiro Ominimini Obionevbi actively participated in the moot and mock session by taking on various roles such as registrar, clerk, witnesses, and counsel for both the claimant and the defendant.
Notably, the externs made brilliant submissions, particularly when arguing the preliminary objection raised by the defendant challenging the jurisdiction of the court and objecting to the admissibility of certain documents, which the court reserved rulings. Also, both the Claimant's and Defendant's teams presented one witness each to prove their case and tendered documents in evidence. At the end of the trial, the court adjourned for judgment sine die.
In his remarks, Hon. Justice Belgore commended Chief Joe-Kyari Gadzama, SAN, and the management of J-K Gadzama LLP for their continuous efforts in nurturing young lawyers through such impactful initiatives. Similarly, Mr. Erekere Felix lauded the Learned Silk for providing the externs with this rare and valuable opportunity to develop their practical advocacy skills, urging them to make the most of the experience.
Furthermore, Dr. Esa Onoja extended his heartfelt appreciation to the Eminent Silk for his consistent dedication to the professional development of law students and young lawyers.
In his response, Chief Joe-Kyari Gadzama, SAN expressed his profound gratitude to Hon. Justice S. B. Belgore for presiding over the session. He recalled that the inspiration for the program stemmed from his experience as a law student in the 1980s when Hon. Justice Niki Tobi organized a similar moot and mock trial session. In recognition of the late jurist’s profound influence, the Learned Silk stated that he found it fitting to name the moot court in his honour.
Concluding his remarks, Chief Gadzama, SAN, commended the Law School externs for their impressive performance and active participation, reaffirming his commitment to continued mentorship and capacity building within the legal profession.
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