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March 15, 2026
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KMPDU Issues Demands to Govt After Arrest of Veteran Doctor

KMPDU Issues Demands to Govt After Arrest of Veteran Doctor

The arrest comes days after former Artonney General Justin Muturi alleged that President William Ruto was attempting to secretly take control of the Nairobi Hospital...

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The Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Union (KMPDU) is protesting the arrest of Dr. Job Obwaka, an 83-year-old obstetrician and gynaecologist and board member of Nairobi Hospital.

  • Dr. Obwaka was arrested on Saturday, March 14, under unclear circumstances.
  • The arrest is linked to accusations of falsifying a register of members, a responsibility the KMPDU states lies with the Company Secretary.
  • The union alleges that authorities have refused to grant the doctor cash bail, citing potential political interference and abuse of state power.

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