Inquest into death of Chimamanda’s son’s death suspended by coroner

Sunnewsonline | 06-05-2026 03:17am |

The coroner's court at the Igbosere Magistrate Court on Lagos Island has announced the suspension of the inquest regarding the death of Nkanu Adichie-Esege, the 21-month-old son of renowned author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and her husband, Dr. Ivara Esege. This decision comes as the court deliberates on the next steps in the proceedings. Further details regarding the reasons for the suspension or the timeline for resuming the inquest have not been disclosed. The case has drawn significant public attention due to the prominence of the family involved.

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