MDCN indicts Euracare, Atlantis hospitals over death of Nkanu, Chimamanda’s son

The Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) has established a prima facie case of medical negligence and professional misconduct against Euracare Multi-Specialist Hospital and Atlantis Paediatric Hospital over the death of Master Nkanu Adichie-Esege, the 21-month-old son of acclaimed author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie.

The findings follow an investigation initiated after a formal complaint was lodged with the Council on 16 January 2026.

Medical practitioners from Euracare Multi-Specialist Hospital and Atlantis Paediatric Hospital responded to the complaint, submitting affidavits and presenting oral testimony before the MDCN Investigative Panel.

At the conclusion of its 25th session held in Abuja on 17–18 February 2026, the Panel determined that a prima facie case of medical negligence had been established against three doctors: Dr. Tosin Majekodunmi, Medical Director of Euracare; Dr. Titus Ogundare, Anaesthesiologist at Euracare; and Dr. Atinuke Uwajeh, Chief Medical Director of Atlantis Paediatric Hospital.

These cases have been referred to the Medical and Dental Practitioners’ Disciplinary Tribunal for formal hearing and determination in accordance with the Council’s statutory mandate.

The MDCN emphasised that the findings are preliminary and do not amount to a final determination of liability.

The affected practitioners are entitled to a full hearing before the Disciplinary Tribunal, where evidence will be examined and a final decision rendered.

Further proceedings before the Tribunal are expected to commence in due course, with the Council pledging to ensure transparency and adherence to its regulatory framework throughout the process.