Nairobi County Officer Mosiria Finds Doctors Absent During Surprise Hospital Visits
During his visit to Karen Health Centre, he discovered that some doctors had not reported for duty by 8:00 a.m
By : Mweru Mbugua
Geoffrey Mosiria, Nairobi County Chief Officer for Public Participation, Citizen Engagement, and Customer Service, launched his new role with surprise inspections at local hospitals, uncovering cases of staff absenteeism
On Tuesday, November 25, Mosiria visited several county hospitals to assess service delivery and ensure Nairobi residents receive quality healthcare
During his visit to Karen Health Centre, he discovered that some doctors had not reported for duty by 8:00 a.m
“It is 9:30 a.m., yet you have not arrived at the hospital. Do you report on duty at 9:00 a.m.?” Mosiria asked one doctor during the inspection
Similar absenteeism among nurses was noted at other facilities
Mosiria urged county employees to prioritize serving residents with respect and professionalism
“Our clients the people of Nairobi deserve dignity, timely, and high-quality services. I am committed to strengthening the relationship between Nairobi County staff and the city’s residents,” he said
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Mosiria also encouraged the public to report complaints or compliments regarding county services to maintain high standards of care
The Chief Officer’s initiative reflects Nairobi County’s renewed focus on accountability and efficient service delivery across all public facilities
