The Lagos state government has expressed condolences to renowned Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie over the death of her son, Nkanu, and ordered an independent investigation into allegations of medical negligence surrounding the incident.
In a statement issued on Saturday, the government said the tragic incident occurred on January 6, 2026, at a private healthcare facility in Lagos, following concerns raised publicly by Adichie over the circumstances leading to her son’s death.
On behalf of the government and people of Lagos State, the state commiserated with Adichie and her family, describing the death of a child as a profound and irreparable loss. The government said it shared in the family’s grief and assured them of its commitment to justice.