Doctor Arrested in Nairobi Hospital Leadership Row Dead

Veteran gynaecologist and director at Nairobi Hospital, Dr Job Obwaka, has died at the age of 83.

In a statement issued on Saturday, May 2, 2026, the hospital’s Board of Management said it received the news with profound sorrow and described Obwaka as a respected doctor and leader who served the institution for many years.

According to his family, Dr Obwaka passed away on Friday evening after being rushed unconscious to the facility where he had served for many years. He was, however, pronounced dead on arrival.

Dr Obwaka is remembered as a respected medical professional who dedicated decades of service to women’s health and medical leadership in Kenya.

Obwaka had recently returned to public attention after his arrest alongside other directors linked to a leadership dispute at The Nairobi Hospital.

He appeared in court with other officials over accusations related to conflict of interest.

Dr Job Obwaka, together with Samson Kinyanjui (Vice Chair) and Dr Chris Bichage, were arrested and arraigned on accusations of conflict of interest.

The Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists, and Dentists Union (KMPDU) strongly condemned Obwaka's arrest and detention, citing his long service, age, and standing in the profession.