Nigerian-American Doctor, Ikenna Erinne Commits Suicide in US After Losing Medical License, Child Support Suit
Dr. Ikenna Erinne, a Nigerian cardiologist based in the United States of America has killed himself after losing a n legal battle with his ex-wife.
According to reports, Erinne, an outstanding medical practitioner hard been locked in bitter divorce battle with his now ex wife and recently lost a child-support suit where the court ruled that he has to pay $15,000 support monthly to his ex-wife. The doctor on January 26, 2025 committed suicide by shooting himself.
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It was further gathered that the prolonged divorce battle put Dr. Erinne under severe pressure that he lost his medical license in the process, while the final ruling of the court exacerbated his situation as the court also limited his access to his two children identified as Ugonna and Munachi.
Announcing the funeral rites for the late doctor, a member of the Nigerian community in the United States, Obim Onujiogu, in a social media post wrote:
“In Loving Memory of Dr. Ikenna C. Erinne. It is with heavy hearts that the ASA DC family announces the sudden and untimely passing of Dr. Ikenna Erinne Dr. Ikenna C. Erinne, was a beloved father, son, brother, and esteemed cardiologist, who departed on January 26, 2025
“Born on March 4, 1988, Dr. Erinne was a compassionate healer and devoted family man. He is survived by his children Ugonna and Munachi, parents Engr. Chris and Mrs. Chinwe Erinne, and siblings Chuks, Onyi, Kenny, and Gechi.
“A celebration of Life will be held on Monday, February 3, 2025, at Gary L. Kaufman Funeral Home in Elkridge, MD, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM , followed by interment at Meadowridge Memorial Park.
I another post, Clayton Udo decried the plight of African men in the US who suffer systemic oppression from the American legal system.
He wrote:
“The abuse of African men in the USA must come to an end. In a deeply troubling case, Dr. Ikenna Erinne, an American-trained cardiologist, allegedly took his own life after an American court ordered him to pay his ex-wife $15,000 monthly, following a prolonged and contentious divorce case. This tragic incident highlights the systemic issues within the legal system that disproportionately affect African men.”
“He shot himself to death. He spent thousands of dollars in legal fees – wasted money. I am talking about a process that impoverishes you. You go to court and they take all your money.
“He lost his license as a cardiologist in this case plus they slammed on him 15,000 dollars a month plus restricted access to his children.”
Late Dr. Erinne received his medical degree from Morehouse School of Medicine and has expertise, in treating heart failure, coronary artery disease, hypertension, among other conditions.
He was celebrated in 2015 when he carted awards for academic excellence on his graduation from Moore House