Sunday, July 4, 2010

Kenya's PM leaves hospital

Prime Minister Raila Odinga has been discharged after five days in hospital.

Odinga left the Nairobi Hospital shortly before 11 am Sunday accompanied by his wife Ida, doctors and aides.

He planted a tree at the hospital grounds which he said was a sign of appreciation to God, doctors and his family following his recovery.

The seedling was donated by members of the Mau Secretariat, who were also present to wish him well.

Odinga was admitted to the hospital last week after complaining of a headache and general fatigue.

Doctors opted to perform an operation immediately after initial investigations indicated he had a build up of pressure outside the brain leading to the headache.

Dr Olunya said the pressure might have occurred after the PM hit his head while in a car three weeks ago.

Doctors who attended to the Prime Minister recommended that he adheres to a light work schedule once he is discharged from hospital.

Odinga addressed the press briefly after he was discharged where he thanked Kenyans for their support.

In his usual jovial mood, he acknowledged cheers and songs from women groups and children who had gathered to wish him well.

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