Late Dr. Ikenna’s father-in-law shares reason for $15K child support

• Van-Lare dismissed allegations against his late son-in-law and clarified the reasons behind the $15,000 child support order imposed on him in a Facebook post.

• The Van-Lare family faced backlash, with allegations that heavy child support triggered a reaction leading to the doctor’s suicide.

Francis Van-Lare, the father-in-law of the late Nigerian doctor Dr. Ikenna Erinne, has provided insights regarding the substantial child support obligation.

In a post on Facebook, Van-Lare refuted claims made against his deceased son-in-law while elucidating the rationale behind the $15,000 child support order that had been placed upon him.

This clarification comes in the wake of criticism directed at the Van-Lare family, which insinuated that the significant child support payment contributed to the circumstances leading to the doctor’s tragic suicide.

“To set records straight, Dr. Ikenna Erinne’s license was never revoked. He had active licenses in Illinois, New York, Virginia, and Maryland. One state cannot revoke all licenses at once, and none were revoked,” Van-Lare stated.

In discussing the substantial child support amount, he noted that it was established based on the specialized care needs of Erinne’s son, who has physical challenges.

“The child support was set that much because he has a physically challenged son needing special care from different medical facilities, plus attending a special needs school that costs money. Courts consider the income of both parents before making decisions,” he added.

Van-Lare expressed his disappointment over Erinne’s actions, stating, “He is not a victim but failed his son and daughter, who are now left without their father. I just thank God he did not shoot my daughter and grandchildren in his madness.”

He expressed skepticism regarding the reasoning for choosing to end one’s life due to financial responsibilities, stating, “Which sane person takes his own life over money he is supposed to use to support his children? He was asked to pay child support, not alimony or spousal support, as my daughter is self-sufficient.”

Despite his critical remarks, Van-Lare extended his condolences. “May his soul rest in peace regardless. My family will raise the children without him.”