A Lagos-based private health facility, Euracare Hospital, has announced that it has begun an internal investigation following an allegation by a renowned author, Chimamanda Adichie, that negligence at the hospital led to the death of her 21-month-old son. The hospital described itself as a reputable centre for complex medical care, staffed by internationally trained and experienced professionals. The hospital said its medical team provided immediate care in line with established clinical protocols and internationally accepted medical standards, working collaboratively with external medical teams as recommended by the family. “Our facility is a reputable centre for complex medical care, led by an internationally trained and experienced clinical team. “Upon arrival, our medical team immediately provided care in line with established clinical protocols and internationally accepted medical standards, including the administration of sedation where clinically indicated.

Source: Punch January 11, 2026 01:33 UTC