William Ruto has broken his silence on the controversial arrests of officials at Nairobi Hospital, stating that he acted after being approached by senior doctors who raised concerns over alleged fraud and mismanagement at the facility.
Highlights:
- Ruto says doctors asked him to intervene at Nairobi Hospital
- He claims the institution was at risk of being taken over by fraudsters
- Officials linked to alleged misconduct have been arrested
- The President insists those involved will face prosecution
- He dismissed criticism from the opposition
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Ruto Explains His Intervention
President William Ruto has defended his decision to intervene in the ongoing issues at Nairobi Hospital, revealing that medical professionals from within the institution sought his help.
According to the Head of State, the doctors expressed concern over individuals they claimed were attempting to take control of the hospital through fraudulent means.
‘We Will Not Allow Takeover’
Ruto emphasized that Nairobi Hospital remains a critical institution in the country’s healthcare system and vowed to protect it from any form of exploitation.
He made it clear that his administration would not allow the hospital to fall into the hands of individuals he described as fraudsters or conmen.
Crackdown on Alleged Fraud
Following the concerns raised, the President said he directed authorities to take firm action against those suspected of wrongdoing. This includes removing them from their positions and initiating legal proceedings.
He maintained that anyone found culpable will be taken to court and held accountable under the law.
Sharp Response to Critics
Ruto also responded strongly to opposition leaders who have criticized the arrests, dismissing their remarks and urging them to focus on other matters.
His comments signal growing political tension surrounding the issue, which has sparked national debate.
Commitment to Protect the Institution
Reaffirming his stance, the President pledged to safeguard Nairobi Hospital’s legacy as one of Kenya’s leading medical institutions.
He stressed that the facility exists to serve Kenyans and must be protected from mismanagement and corruption.
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