At Kakuma Mission Hospital, there was joy as Arsenal fans paid a visit to a 30-year-old woman who had just given birth to triplets.
Epakan Ekaale, a resident of Loreng'esinyen village of Letea Ward in Turkana West, says she was shocked when she was informed by the nurse she would be delivering more than one baby.
Kelvin Kiptum, the attending nurse, confirmed that the triplets, whose arrival they anticipated through ultrasound tests, were delivered naturally and safely.
"I was surprised when I was told that I would give birth to more than one baby, but I thank God I delivered safely with the help of health workers," she said.
Within a mere five hours, Arsenal Supporters in Kakuma pooled funds to procure essential items to support the triplets.
Emma Nasuru, spearheading the initiative said they have donated baby formula, laundry detergent, bathing soap, diapers, and clothing, promptly delivering them to the newborn unit Monday.
She disclosed that the mother of triplets agreed to name her babies after three prominent Arsenal players: Gabriel Martinelli, Gabriel Jesus, and Gabriel Maghales.
"We plan to provide additional support, including food supplies, and ensure regular check-ins after the mother's discharge," Nauru said.
Ekaale, the mother of triplets, is grappling with mixed emotions over a triple blessing while expressing deep concerns about providing for her family's needs.
She says she only depends on meager earnings from selling charcoal, as she faces daunting challenges ahead.
She says her husband is an abled differently peasant livestock herder.
She is appealing to well-wishers to help the poor family in the upbringing of the three babies.
