Renowned author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and her husband, Ivara Esege, have lost one of their twin boys, Nkanu Nnamdi.
The death was confirmed on Wednesday by the Communications Team for Adichie in a statement signed by Omawumi Ogbe and shared exclusively with The Guardian.
According to the statement, Nkanu died on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, after a brief illness. He was 21 months old.
The family described the loss as devastating and asked the public and the media to respect their privacy during what it called an incredibly difficult time.
They also requested prayers and understanding as they mourn in private, adding that no further statements would be made.
The statement ended by thanking members of the public and the media for respecting the family’s need for seclusion during the period of grief.
-Advertisement-
Grab our latest Magazine, "Kelechi Amadi-Obi - Transcending the worlds of Law, Visual Art and Photography". Get your order fast and stress free.
For more details about Newswire Law&Events Magazine, kindly reach out to us on 08039218044, 09070309355. Email: newswiremagazine@yahoo.co.uk. You will be glad you did
Download E-MagazineDo you want to be heard, your events covered, your articles published, or need to advertise your products and services on our Blog and Magazine, reach out to us at Newswire Law and Events, you will be glad you did. For more details about our services, please call: 08039218044, 09070309355. Email: newswiremagazine@yahoo.co.uk
