Court halts inquest into Chimamanda Adichie’s son’s death
The Coroner’s Court in Lagos has paused its inquest into the death of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s 21-month-old son, Nkanu Adichie-Esege. The suspension follows a Lagos State High Court order to stay proceedings pending a judicial review requested by Euracare Multi-Specialist Hospital. Legal representatives for the family and hospitals presented their positions before the court. The matter has now been adjourned to June 8, 2026 and October 8, 2026.
What happened
- The Coroner’s Court adjourned the inquest after being informed of a High Court order to stay proceedings.
- Euracare Multi-Specialist Hospital challenged the Coroner’s jurisdiction, citing the alleged cremation of the child’s body before the inquest.
- The High Court scheduled further consideration for June 8, 2026 and the Coroner’s Court adjourned to October 8, 2026.
- Four witness statements, including those from Dr. Ivara Esege and medical experts, have been filed and served.
- Counsel for the family and involved hospitals agreed to comply with the stay order but indicated readiness to proceed when permitted.
