Following the tragic death of 36-year-old US-based Nigerian cardiologist Ikenna Erinne, new information has surfaced regarding his personal life.
Contrary to earlier assumptions, Erinne was not married to a white woman; he had children with an Igbo woman, identified as the daughter of Francis Van-Lare. The pair were never married, as Erinne reportedly called off their wedding due to family concerns.
Described as a quiet and reserved man, Erinne’s personality may have influenced how he coped with personal struggles. A close source noted, "He was unassuming and a true gift to his generation."
Amid the tragedy, misinformation spread rapidly, with many Nigerians believing Erinne’s ex-partner was a white woman who had used the legal system against him.
However, Chisom debunked these claims, revealing that the mother of his children is an Igbo woman—the daughter of Francis Van-Lare.
Her revelation shifted the conversation, igniting fresh discussions on marriage, family structures, and mental health struggles among Nigerian men abroad.