Friday, June 26, 2026

Chimamanda Adichie

May 5, 2026

Coroner suspends inquest into Chimamanda Adichie son’s death

Ms Adetunji ordered the suspension following a directive from the Lagos State Attorney-General, Lawal Pedro (SAN).

Pedro Lawal (Lagos Attorney General)
March 3, 2026

Nigerian medical panel suspends three doctors over death of Chimamanda Adichie’s son

The panel ruled that there is enough evidence to proceed with allegations of medical negligence against three senior doctors involved in the child’s treatment.

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
January 10, 2026

Euracare Hospital denies negligence claims in Chimamanda Adichie’s toddler’s death

The hospital said that despite the efforts, Master Nkanu passed away less than 24 hours after arriving at the facility.

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
January 8, 2026

Tinubu condoles Chimamanda Adichie over son’s death 

The family described the loss as devastating and appealed to the public for privacy as they grieve.

Adichie and her partner, Ivara Esege
July 12, 2025

Ijanikin: Chimamanda chronicles college life in new book

Recalling her daily life in college, Ms Umeh said she learnt to “flow with the tide,” adding that she also had low moments, during which she felt like giving up.

Chimamanda Umeh
March 11, 2024

Culture minister seeks Soyinka’s support for literary art

A statement by the minister’s spokeswoman, Nneka Anibeze, stated that Ms Musawa made the call during a courtesy visit to Soyinka.

Hannatu Musawa and Wole Soyinka
May 24, 2023

Chimamanda features in Pope’s new book, writes preface

“The book brings me a small sliver of hope for Congo, and for the beloved and broken-hearted continent that I call home,” Ms Adichie said.

Chimamanda Adichie and Hands off Africa's cover
April 7, 2023

Chimamanda suffering colonial mentality, election denialism like Donald Trump: Festus Keyamo

The APC loyalist said Ms Adichie’s letter would most likely be tossed in a trash can after Mr Biden realises its content echoed the tantrums of Mr Trump, his predecessor.

Festus Keyamo and Chimamanda Adichie
April 6, 2023

Chimamanda Adichie warns President Biden against congratulating Bola Tinubu as Nigeria’s president-elect

Ms Adichie cautioned the U.S. leader against toeing the path of his UK counterpart, Rishi Sunak, who had rushed to congratulate Mr Tinubu in February.

Chimamanda and Tinubu