Nigeria: inquiry into death of author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichi's son opened
A Lagos coroner has initiated an inquiry into the death of the son of Nigerian novelist Chimamanda Ngozi Adichi, who passed away on Sat, Jan 7, 2023, at a Euracare hospital. The family has accused the hospital of medical negligence.
A Lagos coroner has initiated an inquiry into the death of the son of Nigerian novelist Chimamanda Ngozi Adichi, who passed away on Sat, Jan 7, 2023, at a Euracare hospital. The family has accused the hospital of medical negligence.
Nkanu Nnamdi Esege, 21 months old, died after a period of illness while undergoing treatment at the hospital. He was scheduled for transfer to the United States for further medical care after undergoing procedures such as MRI and a spinal tap at the facility.
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichi and her husband, Dr. Ivara Esege, have alleged medical negligence against the hospital, which has denied any wrongdoing.
A Lagos coroner has initiated an inquiry into the death of the son of Nigerian novelist Chimamanda Ngozi Adichi, who passed away on Sat, Jan 7, 2023, at a Euracare hospital.
The formal inquiry into the child's death is set to commence on Fri, Apr 14, 2023. A preliminary court session confirmed the full hearing, with the family's counsel asserting that the death was unnatural and resulted from medical intervention.
Nkanu Nnamdi Esege was one of twin boys born to the couple via surrogacy. Ngozi Adichi also has a daughter born in 2016.
Based on reporting by Africanews.
