Three Doctors Suspended in Nigeria Following Death of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's Son Due to Alleged Medical Negligence
Nigeria's Medical and Dental Council has provisionally suspended three doctors following the death of 21-month-old Nkanu Adichie-Esege, son of acclaimed author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie. The child passed away on 7 January due to complications arising from preparatory medical procedures at the Euracare Hospital in Lagos. The investigation found sufficient evidence to establish a prima facie case of medical negligence against Euracare Hospital and Atlantis Hospital, as reported by the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN). In accordance with their findings, the suspended doctors will face a disciplinary tribunal, pending the outcome of the investigation. Dr Munir Bature, the publicity... [Continue Reading]
