Award winning writer Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and her husband Dr Ivara Esege are grieving the death of their young son Nkanu Nnamdi. The child, who was one of their twins, died on Wednesday January 7, 2026 after a short illness.
The family has not released further details, but the news has thrown admirers of the author into shock and sympathy. Many have taken to social media to express condolences and support for the couple during this devastating period.
Nkanu was just 21 months old. His passing is a painful loss for the Adichie and Esege families and for those who have followed the writer’s journey over the years.
