NHIF Issues Statement on Mysterious Death of Employee in Nairobi CBD Posted by On


The National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) cautioned Kenyans against speculating about the mysterious death of its staff, Lillian Waithera, which occurred in Nairobi Central Business District (CBD) on Monday, February 13.

In a statement dated Thursday, February 16, NHIF acknowledged a viral letter making rounds on social media alleging foul play in the death of the former employee.

The agency stated that the police were investigating the matter, urging Kenyans to accord the family of the deceased respect as it mourned its loved one.

“Our attention has been drawn by social media posts speculating her unexplained death. NHIF wishes to advise the members of the public to avoid speculation and to allow relevant investigative authorities to handle the matter. 

Kamukunji Police officers during a patrol in Nairobi CBD on Tuesday, January 25, 2022.

Kamukunji Police officers during a patrol in Nairobi CBD on Tuesday, January 25, 2022.

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“NHIF Management wishes to request members of the public to accord the family of the late Waithera a chance to mourn their loved one and to exercise patience during this extremely difficult time,” read the statement in part.

On the other hand, NHIF dismissed claims made over the management of the national health insurer in the viral letter.

“Furthermore, the Fund would like to reiterate that the man (named in the letter) is not the Chief Executive Officer of NHIF as alleged in a report making rounds on social media,” NHIF stated.

At the time of her death, Waithera was a Registration Officer based at the NHIF Upper Hill branch…

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