Summary
Nigeria will start an investigation into the death of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's 21-month-old son on April 14. The inquiry will take place in Lagos, about seven weeks after the child died at Euracare hospital. Adichie's family claims medical negligence, while the hospital denies wrongdoing.
Key Facts
- The inquest will take place at the Yaba Magistrate Court in Lagos on April 14.
- Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's son, Nkanu, died at Euracare hospital at 21 months old.
- Adichie's family accuses the hospital of negligence, claiming their son was denied oxygen and over-sedated.
- Euracare hospital denies any wrongdoing and claims their care met international standards.
- Magistrate Atinuke Adetunji ordered the submission of witness statements before the inquest.
- Nkanu was initially hospitalized for a mild illness and was set to transfer to the US for further treatment.
- An MRI and spinal tap were conducted at Euracare before his death on January 7.
- Adichie is a well-known Nigerian writer with books like "Half of a Yellow Sun."
