Nairobi Hospital has welcomed the Attorney General’s decision to seek court orders permitting the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) to conduct an extensive review of its operations and governance structures. In a statement, the hospital administration emphasized its commitment to transparency and accountability, stating that the probe would serve the institution’s best interests both operationally and reputationally.
“Given the series of legal developments in recent years, we believe this step will help clarify any concerns regarding our governance. We remain fully committed to complying with the directive while ensuring uninterrupted care for our patients,” read the hospital’s statement. It further reassured staff and the public that its operations remain stable and that patient care remains its top priority.
The Attorney General’s directive comes amid heightened scrutiny of the hospital’s management and financial practices. In response, the DCI is set to initiate a thorough investigation in the coming days.
This development follows last week’s court ruling, which granted the Attorney General authority to search and investigate the premises and residences of all senior managers of City General Hospital. The ruling also empowered Chief Inspector Martin Munene to access and examine company records held by the hospital, its senior management, and affiliated entities.
Additionally, the court granted the DCI unrestricted access to the hospital’s databases, senior managers’ electronic records, and computer systems. This unprecedented level of scrutiny is expected to uncover any potential financial or governance irregularities within the institution.
While Nairobi Hospital is not directly linked to the ongoing investigation into City General Hospital, legal experts suggest that the case may have set a precedent for heightened oversight of private medical institutions. Industry analysts believe the Attorney General’s directive could be a response to concerns over mismanagement and financial improprieties in the healthcare sector.
With the DCI’s review set to commence soon, all eyes will be on Nairobi Hospital’s governance and operational practices. The hospital’s proactive stance in supporting the probe is seen as a strategic move to reinforce its credibility and maintain public trust. Meanwhile, stakeholders in the healthcare industry will be closely monitoring the investigation’s outcomes and potential implications for hospital management practices across the country.
