Acting Social Health Authority (SHA) CEO Elijah Wachira has on Tuesday been suspended for 90 days pending further investigations.
Through a letter, the board made the decision so as to investigate his conduct and performance at the helm of the Authority.
“This is to inform you of the Resolution of the Board to send you on Compulsory Leave effective immediately for a period of Ninety (90) days to allow for further investigations into your professional conduct and performance as Acting Chief Executive Officer of Social Health Authority.
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While on leave, you shall be entitled to all your current remuneration and benefits.” read the letter.
The board further confirmed the appointment of SHA’s Acting Director, Financial Services Robert Ingasira as the Authority’s CEO.
“The Board has further appointed Mr. Robert Ingasira as Ag Chief Executive Officer, while you are on leave. Therefore, please hand over the office to him immediately,” said SHA Chairperson Dr. Abdi Mohamed.
Inagasira was also served with a separate letter confirming his appointment pending investigations into the conduct of Elijah Wachira.
“This is to inform you of the Resolution of the Board to appoint you as Acting Chief Executive Officer SHA and NHIF effective immediately pending the finalization of investigations of the Ag. Chief Executive Officer, SHA and Chief Executive Officer NHIF,” Read the letter.
