Doctors at Nairobi Hospital have called on the facility’s board to fully comply with recent court orders that have halted key financial and operational decisions. This comes after the High Court declined a request to lift orders suspending the implementation of resolutions from the December 4, 2023, board elections.
In a statement, the doctors, who are members of the Kenya Hospital Association (KHA), urged contractors, entities, and individuals to avoid engaging in any agreements with the hospital that might violate the court’s ruling. They emphasized that any deals made in disregard of the court orders would be unlawful.
The court order, issued by Justice Mulwa, restricts the board from using the hospital’s assets as collateral for loans, acquiring new equipment, upgrading hospital infrastructure, or settling pending bills related to newly procured projects. These measures have effectively stalled any major financial commitments by the hospital’s leadership.
The doctors noted that six elected directors, including the vice chair, have already resigned. They are now calling for the remaining board members to step aside to allow for a leadership reorganization. “It is time to step down and allow for the urgent reorganization. Failure to resign would constrain us to continue in the agitation and deployment of all lawful means to ensure that you step down,” the statement read.
Dr. Samuel Muchiri, a member of KHA, has challenged the outcome of the December board elections, questioning their legitimacy. His legal action has led to the current restrictions placed on the hospital’s board.
Despite the ongoing crisis, the doctors assured stakeholders that they remain committed to restoring excellence in healthcare at the institution. “We appreciate your patience as we take urgent, decisive steps to implement the necessary reforms,” they said.
The leadership dispute at Nairobi Hospital is expected to continue unless the board adheres to the court orders and a resolution is reached. The coming days will be crucial in determining the future governance of one of Kenya’s leading medical institutions.
