His sudden health complication has raised concerns about whether he will serve his sentence in jail or if his legal team will seek alternative options.
Waititu was found guilty of irregularly awarding a road construction tender worth Ksh 588 million during his tenure as Kiambu governor.
The Anti-Corruption Court ruled that the tender was illegally given to a company linked to him.
As a result, he was sentenced to either 12 years behind bars or paying a heavy fine.
His conviction is one of the highest-profile corruption rulings in recent times, showing the government’s commitment to fighting corruption.
However, his sentencing has sparked mixed reactions, with some supporting the ruling while others believe it is politically motivated.
Barely a day after the court’s verdict, reports emerged that Waititu had been hospitalized due to high blood pressure.
Sources close to him claim that the stress of the sentencing may have contributed to his sudden health issue.
His hospitalization has led to speculation about whether he will be able to serve his jail term or if his legal team will seek medical bail.
It is common for high-profile individuals facing jail terms in Kenya to develop health complications soon after sentencing.
Many have in the past been transferred to hospitals instead of prison cells, raising concerns about fairness in the justice system.
Waititu’s lawyers are likely to file an appeal to challenge the sentence.
They may also request medical bail, arguing that his health condition requires special treatment outside prison.
However, the court will have to decide if his health is serious enough to warrant release.
If he pays the Ksh 52.5 million fine, he will avoid jail time.
However, raising such a large amount of money within a short period may be a challenge.
His supporters are waiting to see whether he will manage to secure his freedom or if he will be taken to prison once discharged from the hospital.
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