An inquest will begin on April 14 into the death of the 21-month-old son of acclaimed Nigerian novelist Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie. The toddler, Nkanu Nnamdi Esege, died on January 7 at Euracare hospital in Lagos.

• The family accuses Euracare hospital of negligence, alleging medics denied the child oxygen and administered excessive sedation, leading to cardiac arrest.
• The hospital has denied wrongdoing, stating its care adhered to international standards.
• The inquest, set to take place at Yaba Magistrate Court, will hear evidence from medical experts and hospital representatives.