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Meanwhile, here are news stories making headlines on Opera News today;
Tabitha Karanja lobbies for the impeachment of Governor Susan Kihika
Nakuru Senator Tabitha Karanja Keroche calls for the impeachment of Governor Susan Kihika over lack of leadership
Speaking on Tuesday, the Nakuru senator called on Members of the County Assembly (MCAs) to impeach Governor Susan Kihika over the hospital chaos.
The Senator charged that the Governor’s lack of leadership caused disputes between the Nakuru County Government and the hospital’s management, which ultimately resulted in patients becoming caught in the crossfire.
NHIF Boss Gives Way Forward to Public Officers After SHIF Scrapped their Comprehensive Covers
NHIF Boss Michael Kamau has broken silence following the scrapping of Comprehensive NHIF Covers given to public officers under the new SHIF insurance plan. In a recent media statement, Kamau revealed that a crisis meeting has been called to address the confusion and challenges arising from the transition.
The NHIF board, chaired by former Transport and Infrastructure Cabinet Secretary Michael Kamau, has convened a crisis meeting to discuss the transition from NHIF to the newly formed social health agencies. This move follows the disbandment of the NHIF enhanced scheme for civil servants and parastatals after the enactment of the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF), which replaced the former national health insurer.
Kamau assured the public officers affected by the changes that all the challenges arising from the new Acts would be addressed in the upcoming meeting. He acknowledged the difficulties faced by government agencies seeking better medical insurance packages for their staffers from private firms. The transition has prompted concerns, with hospitals reportedly turning away NHIF cardholders over non-payment of capitations.
“Come Slowly”: Ruto Lectures Kenya Kwanza Leaders Plotting Mt Kenya Succession
President William Ruto has lectured his allies in Mt Kenya, urging Kenya Kwanza leaders in the region to steer clear of sustained political undertones and succession debates.
Speaking on Tuesday in Gilgil, Nakuru, the President mentioned he was aware of the political hostilities building up in the region, stating that much work remains to be done in fulfilling his election promises.
Dr Ruto expressed his concern that Kenya Kwanza leaders, who were elected to assist him in addressing various challenges, were instead focused on discussing succession politics and forming political camps.
The President stated that debating 2027 succession politics is an insult to Kenyans.\