President Ruto pledges to restore Nairobi Hospital to premier status
The President warned that no individual or group would be allowed to “hold it hostage,” as he urged decisive action against any exploitation of the hospital for personal gain. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
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President William Ruto has pledged government intervention to restore The Nairobi Hospital to its former premier status, amidst a deepening governance and legal crisis.
- The President warned that no individual or group would be allowed to "hold it hostage" and urged decisive action against exploitation of the hospital.
- Key players include President William Ruto, a group of stakeholders (doctors, patients, Kenya Hospital Association - KHA), and the hospital's Board Chairman Dr. Job Obwaka, who faces charges.
- Disputes involve disagreements over membership, board elections, conflicts of interest, and unresolved internal wrangles that have led to legal cases and the charging of Dr. Job Obwaka and three other directors.
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