January 17, 2026

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Author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and husband mourn loss of their 21-month-old twin son

Author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and husband mourn loss of their 21-month-old twin son

Author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and husband mourn loss of their 21-month-old twin son

Renowned author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and her husband, Dr. Ivara Esege, are mourning the loss of one of their twin sons, Nkanu Nnamdi, who passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, following a brief illness.

The couple, known for keeping their family life private, have not disclosed further details about the circumstances surrounding Nkanu’s passing.

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