Westwick College Director Christina Lewis Nyambura Muturi, is currently recuperating at a Nairobi hospital after a successful surgery.
The news of Christine’s hospitalization since last Tuesday come amidst concerns about her whereabouts following reports of an alleged arrest for fraud on social media.
Westwick College Board of Directors released a statement saying, “Our director is recovering well after a successful surgical intervention. We appeal to conscientious bloggers and the Kenyan public to honor her privacy as she focuses on her recovery.”
The statement also addressed the concerning misinformation circulating on social media, along with unwarranted cyber harassment: “No individual should endure the distress of battling for their life in the hospital while facing unjustified criticism fueled by misinformation on social media.”
The college’s board of directors pledged to address all allegations through official/legal channels, emphasizing their unwavering commitment to their mission despite what appears to be targeted online attacks.
They reaffirmed their focus on their core mandate and their determination not to be swayed by external distractions.
By Vivian K.