The University of Nairobi (UoN) Council has dispelled what it describes as "false narratives" surrounding its performance, role in leadership appointments, and its Chairperson's conduct.
Responding to the criticism, the Council maintains that it has operated within the law and university charter. "The Chairperson of the Council has not acted outside the law and regulations and the persistent allegations are misplaced and devoid of relevant information," reads the statement.
The Council, led by chairman Prof Amukowa Anangwe, Carren Omwenga and Ahmed Abdullahi as members' points to several reforms and accomplishments, including the clearance of staff promotion backlogs, minimization of ethnicity in recruitment, and approval of the University's 2024-2027 Strategic Plan. "The mindsets of staff have changed from a business-as-usual mentality… the influence of corrupt cartels in procurement has been curtailed," the Council added, citing transformation efforts.
Still, the Council acknowledged the magnitude of financial distress affecting the university.
