Doctors and health groups in Nigeria are calling for answers after the death of the 21-month-old son of writer Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie during a medical procedure at Euracare Hospital in Lagos.
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The case has stirred public concern and placed fresh focus on patient safety and specialist care in hospitals.
The incident happened on January 7, 2026, when the child was undergoing medical tests ahead of a planned transfer abroad for further treatment. His death has since drawn attention from medical bodies, regulators, and legal teams seeking clarity on what went wrong.
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The Nigerian Society of Anaesthetists says the case shows deeper problems within the health system, especially the lack of trained anaesthetists. According to the group, Nigeria has fewer than 1,000 consultant anaesthetists nationwide, leaving many hospitals stretched and doctors overworked, with risks rising during delicate procedures.
In Lagos, the state government has ordered an investigation through its health monitoring agency. The anaesthetists’ body has asked that senior specialists be part of the probe to ensure proper review of anaesthesia practices and patient care during the procedure.
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Meanwhile, lawyers acting for Adichie and her husband have given Euracare Hospital seven days to release all medical records linked to their son’s treatment and preserve all evidence. They accuse the hospital of care failures and say legal action will follow if the demands are ignored, as the family seeks accountability and justice.
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