This archive report was first published on 2 July 2020.
Comedian Othuol Othuol's health has been a subject of concern in the local entertainment scene. On Wednesday, June 24, he was rushed to Kenyatta National Hospital after allegedly collapsing in his bathroom at home in Kitengela.
According to sources, despite his poor state of health, Othuol had to queue before receiving medical attention, sparking online uproar among Kenyans and fellow comedians.
Brain Surgery ¶
After receiving medical attention, it was discovered that Othuol has a growth in his head, necessitating brain surgery to save his life.
Victor Ber, Creative Director, revealed that Othuol had informed him about the diagnosis on July 1, stating that the comedian had collapsed in the bathroom a few weeks ago and was rushed to the hospital.
A few weeks ago, he collapsed in the bathroom. He was rushed to hospital where he has been up to now. Othuol was diagnosed with a growth in his brain and he called me on Wednesday, July 1 to let me know.
Othuol will have to spend at least 6 months in the hospital until he is fully recovered from the surgery. The details regarding the financial capacity for the surgery and the scheduled date remain unknown.
He is gonna be in the hospital for 6 months. Churchill is on it. Othuol called me yesterday to convey the message. He needs brain surgery. As per now, we do not know how much it will cost and when the surgery is scheduled.
