Three prominent doctors have been ordered to stop practicing medicine immediately after an investigation into the death of Nkanu Adichie-Esege.
The child passed away on January 7, 2026, after being treated at two different hospitals in Lagos.
The medical panel believes there is a strong "first-glance" case of negligence against the leaders of Euracare Multi-Specialist Hospital and Atlantis Pediatric Hospital.
The investigation concluded in mid-February 2026 after the panel reviewed statements and evidence from 21 different doctors involved in the child’s care.
The suspension is a serious move meant to protect the public while the Disciplinary Tribunal determines the final punishment for those involved.
Ten additional doctors are also being investigated for professional misconduct. This case has drawn massive attention due to the high profile of the Adichie family and the seriousness of the allegations.
