Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie has spoken about the death of her son and her ongoing dispute with Euracare Hospital.
The acclaimed author said the hospital was making it difficult for her family to grieve peacefully. She revealed that she wakes up each day struggling to come to terms with her loss.
According to Adichie, Euracare initially requested an inquest into her son’s death to determine whether there was any negligence.
However, she claimed the hospital is now trying to halt the process through a higher court.
She explained that an inquest is a public inquiry aimed at establishing the facts surrounding a death. It is not a criminal trial or a compensation claim.
Adichie questioned why there were efforts to delay or stop the process if the goal was to uncover the truth.
The writer also alleged that one of the hospital’s owners contacted a relative, expressing concern that the matter might reach court.
She thanked those who have supported her family and asked for continued prayers during what she described as an extremely difficult period. She also shared a copy of a letter from the hospital on her social media page.
The claims have stirred up mixed reactions online. Many supporters have expressed their sympathy for the author. Others have called for more details about what led to the dispute.
@luxeforlessng reacted:
“I don’t think people really understand the level of lawlessness in Nigeria; this is so heartbreaking.”
@ifenkilidiamond commented:
“Imagine losing a child to a hospital’s carelessness and still having to fight to get justice, only to be met with obstacles like this. Nigeria will try you in every way possible, and it can be anyone. Imagine Chimamanda going through this. What is the fate of a common man?”
