The Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) has suspended three medical doctors after establishing a prima facie case of medical negligence and professional misconduct in connection with the death of Master Nkanu Adichie-Esege, the 21-month-old son of renowned Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie.
The decision followed an investigation triggered by a formal complaint submitted to the Council on January 16, 2026. Doctors from Euracare Multi-Specialist Hospital and Atlantis Paediatric Hospital responded to the allegations, providing affidavits and oral testimonies before the MDCN Investigative Panel.
At its 25th session held in Abuja on February 17–18, 2026, the Panel concluded that sufficient evidence exists to proceed with disciplinary action against Dr. Tosin Majekodunmi, Medical Director of Euracare; Dr. Titus Ogundare, an anaesthesiologist at Euracare; and Dr. Atinuke Uwajeh, Chief Medical Director of Atlantis Paediatric Hospital.
The Council has issued interim suspension orders against the trio pending the outcome of formal proceedings before the Medical and Dental Practitioners’ Disciplinary Tribunal.
In addition, the Panel found evidence of professional misconduct against 10 other practitioners at Atlantis Paediatric Hospital, referring their cases to the Tribunal for full hearing and determination.
The MDCN stressed that its findings are preliminary and do not amount to a final determination of liability. It affirmed that all affected practitioners are entitled to a fair hearing, where evidence will be thoroughly examined before any final ruling is delivered.
Further proceedings before the Tribunal are expected to commence soon, with the Council pledging transparency and strict adherence to its statutory mandate.
