Euracare Multi-Specialist Hospital has publicly defended two of its doctors following their suspension over the death of 21-month-old Nkanu Nnamdi Esege, one of the twin sons of acclaimed Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie.
In a statement released on Wednesday, the hospital affirmed its “confidence in the professionalism and integrity” of the doctors affected by interim suspension orders from the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN).
The suspended staff include Euracare’s Medical Director, Tunde Majekodunmi, and anaesthesiologist Titus Ogundare. Atinuke Uwajeg, Chief Medical Officer of Atlantis Pediatric Hospital, was also suspended.
Nkanu passed away on January 7, 2026, following complications during a series of preparatory medical procedures. Afterward, Adichie served both hospitals with a legal notice, alleging medical negligence and professional misconduct.
The MDCN’s Medical and Dental Practitioners Investigation Panel later reviewed the case, finding a prima facie case of medical negligence against Euracare and Atlantis Hospital.
Responding to the suspensions, Euracare expressed concerns about how the investigation was conducted while maintaining support for its clinical staff.
“Our attention has been drawn to widespread media reports concerning the interim suspension orders and other findings issued by the Medical and Dental Practitioners Investigation Panel against thirteen doctors, two of whom are our clinical staff members, in connection with the ongoing proceedings relating to the death of Master Nkanu Nnamdi Esege,” the hospital said.
The statement continued: “We wish to place on record our confidence in the professionalism and integrity of our clinical team. Dr Tosin Majekodunmi and Dr Titus Ogundare are experienced professionals whose records of service to patients in Nigeria span many years.”
Euracare added that “both doctors have, in their respective careers, contributed meaningfully to the delivery of quality healthcare to Nigerian patients at a standard comparable to what is obtainable in the world’s leading medical facilities.”
The hospital also raised concerns about procedural lapses during the investigation, alleging breaches of confidentiality and improper handling of sensitive information.
“We are compelled to draw attention to a number of serious concerns that have arisen in the course of these proceedings. It is our position that certain established processes and protocols have not been followed in the manner required,” the statement said.
Euracare confirmed that it would pursue its concerns through “appropriate legal and regulatory channels” and reiterated the importance of a process “conducted with rigour, impartiality, and respect for the rules that govern it.”
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The hospital also expressed condolences to the family of the late child, stating, “We continue to empathise with the family of Master Nkanu Nnamdi Esege. The loss of a child is a grief without measure.”
The MDCN panel suspended three doctors in total and identified prima facie cases of professional misconduct against ten others, while eight doctors were cleared. All 21 doctors were reviewed through written complaints, counter-affidavits, and oral testimonies under oath.
The suspended doctors remain barred from practising medicine in Nigeria until the disciplinary tribunal reaches a final decision.