Euracare responds to suspension of doctors after Adichie’s son’s death
Chimamanda Adichie and her husband, Ivara Esege, lost their 21-month-old son, Nkanu Nnamdi Esege, leading to the suspension of several doctors. Euracare Multi-Specialist Hospital has defended its medical team, expressing confidence in their professionalism and integrity. The hospital raised concerns about procedural lapses and breaches of confidentiality during the investigation. Euracare also extended sympathy to the bereaved family.
Highlights
- The Medical and Dental Practitioners Investigation Panel suspended Dr Tunde Majekodunmi, Dr Titus Ogundare, and Dr Atinuke Uwajeh after determining medical negligence contributed to Nkanu Esege’s death on January 7, 2026.
- Euracare stated its confidence in the professionalism of Dr Majekodunmi and Dr Ogundare, highlighting their years of service.
- The hospital expressed concerns about procedural lapses and breaches of confidentiality during the investigation.
- The suspended doctors are barred from practising medicine in Nigeria until the Medical and Dental Practitioners Disciplinary Tribunal makes a decision.
- Euracare expressed sympathy to the family of Nkanu Nnamdi Esege, acknowledging the magnitude of their loss.
