Renowned author Chimamanda Adichie loses son
Renowned Nigerian writer Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and her husband, Dr Ivara Esege, have lost one of their twin sons, Nkanu Nnamdi, after a brief illness.
The sad development was reported on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, according to information from family sources and confirmed by multiple media outlets. The child, who was 21 months old, reportedly died after battling a short illness.
Details surrounding the incident remain limited, as the family has not made an official public statement. However, the news has sparked an outpouring of condolences from Nigerians and members of the global literary community.
Chimamanda Adichie is one of Africa’s most celebrated writers, known for award-winning works such as Half of a Yellow Sun, Purple Hibiscus and Americanah.
The loss comes as a deeply painful moment for the author, who has previously written and spoken openly about grief and loss.
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