The Nairobi Hospital has announced plans to take legal and administrative action in response to what it terms a serious breach of its governance structures,.
This follows push and pull over the board's bona fide leadership.
In a
statement issued on Friday, the hospital clarified that no change has occurred
in the leadership of the Board of Management, and affirmed that all official
records reflect the current Chairperson as Dr. Barcley Onyambu, duly elected by
the Kenya Hospital Association (KHA).
The hospital
disclosed that it has observed the circulation of “misleading claims and
unofficial communications purporting to announce leadership changes and board
resolutions”. These materials, the hospital said, are not recognised and do not
originate from the proper channels of the institution.
“As a matter
of institutional integrity, we are initiating legal and administrative action
to address these governance breaches and protect the hospital’s reputation,
stability, and future,” read the statement from the Corporate Affairs Office.
The Nairobi
Hospital emphasised that board appointments and removals are governed strictly
by the KHA Constitution, which requires a formal resolution passed in a duly
convened board meeting, with a quorum and proper documentation.
“No such
meeting has taken place,” the statement said. “Any communication suggesting a
change in board leadership that is not issued through the Company Secretary’s
office should be treated with caution.”
Speaking
during a governance retreat in Naivasha, Dr. Barcley Onyambu reaffirmed his
position as the legitimate Chair of the Board and stressed the need to defend
due process within the institution.
“Good
governance is a foundational pillar of any institution. When it is undermined
by informal and unauthorised processes, we risk eroding public trust and
exposing the hospital to unnecessary legal and financial risks,” he said.
According to
the hospital, past governance lapses have already resulted in significant legal
liabilities and financial exposure, with several ongoing disputes arising from
decisions made without adherence to required procedures.
“These
disruptions are diverting vital resources away from the hospital’s core mission
of delivering high-quality healthcare,” the statement added.
The Nairobi
Hospital recently concluded a three-day Corporate Governance Retreat with board
members and external advisors to reinforce its commitment to ethical
leadership, institutional renewal, and transparent decision-making.
As part of
its response, the hospital is also preparing to submit formal requests to
regulatory authorities to seek guidance and ensure the enforcement of governance
standards moving forward.
Members of the
public and the media are urged to verify any statements concerning hospital
leadership through the official communication channels, particularly the Office
of the Company Secretary.
The hospital
reiterated its commitment to safeguarding its legacy as one of Kenya’s premier
healthcare institutions, grounded in professionalism, accountability, and
lawful governance.
