Oluwatobi Adu 
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
LAGOS, Nigeria – The Nigerian Society of Anaesthetists (NSA) demands inclusion of one of its specialists in the investigation into the death of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s son, following allegations of medical negligence at a Lagos hospital.
The call follows an order by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu directing the Lagos State Health Facility Monitoring and Accreditation Agency to probe the incident.
NSA President, Dr Alhassan Mohammed, welcomes the swift response by state authorities but insists that expert anaesthetic input is crucial for a fair and technical review.
“This incident is deeply tragic, but it presents an opportunity to reflect on anaesthesia practice in Lagos and Nigeria,” Mohammed says.
The controversy centres on an MRI-related procedure, during which questions arise about the role and supervision of a physician anaesthetist.
Adichie publicly accuses Euracare Multispecialist Hospital of lapses in care, allegations the hospital strongly denies.
The NSA argues that involving its members will ensure a balanced evaluation of clinical decisions and patient safety standards.
“Implementing the panel’s recommendations diligently can prevent future occurrences,” the society says in a statement.
The organisation says lessons from the investigation should strengthen national protocols, training and accountability within anaesthesia practice.
Medical experts note that transparent and inclusive probes remain essential to restoring public confidence in Nigeria’s healthcare system.
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