Serious allegations of corruption and bias have surfaced at the Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) Kisumu campus, raising concerns about the integrity of the institution’s academic processes.
The controversy revolves around the delayed release of Final Qualifying Exam results for the Radiography and Imaging faculty, which were supposed to be released on July 25, 2024, but were only made available on August 14, 2024.
This delay and its reasons have sparked widespread outrage among students, faculty, and other stakeholders.
The crux of the allegations involves a claim that the delay was not due to administrative oversight or technical issues but rather the result of intentional manipulation.
According to a source who requested anonymity, a student within the Radiography and Imaging faculty was allegedly given preferential treatment due to her close relationship with a lecturer.
This lecturer, who holds a big position within the faculty, is reported to have intervened to ensure that this student’s supplementary exam result was altered in her favor.
The source further revealed that this manipulation required the entire set of results to be sent back to Nairobi for adjustments, which led to the nearly three-week delay in their release.
What makes this case particularly egregious is the alleged impact on other students.
One student, in particular, who had initially passed all his exams, reportedly had his results changed to a failing grade in order to accommodate the manipulated results of the favored student.
This has had severe implications for this student’s academic future, as it means he will now miss out on graduating in December 2024, an outcome that could significantly affect his career prospects.
The Radiography and Imaging program is a critical component of KMTC’s offerings, preparing students for essential roles in Kenya’s healthcare system.
The integrity of such programs is paramount, as they directly influence the quality of healthcare services provided in the country.
Therefore, this rot could have far-reaching consequences, not only for the individuals involved but also for the reputation of KMTC as a whole.
This incident has prompted calls for a thorough and independent investigation into the matter.
Students and faculty members alike are demanding transparency and accountability, emphasizing that any form of favoritism or corruption undermines the very foundation of educational fairness and meritocracy.
KMTC Kisumu, like other campuses under the KMTC umbrella, is expected to uphold the highest standards of academic integrity.
The institution offers a range of programs, including diplomas in Medical Imaging Sciences, which are crucial for the development of skilled healthcare professionals in Kenya.
As such, any breach of trust in the academic process is not only a betrayal of the students’ efforts but also a potential risk to the quality of medical care in the country
The ongoing discussions and the demand for answers underscore the seriousness with which these allegations are being taken.
As of now, the administration at KMTC has not issued an official statement addressing these claims, but the pressure is mounting for a comprehensive review and public disclosure of the findings.
In the meantime, the students and staff at KMTC Kisumu remain in a state of uncertainty, waiting for clarity on an issue that has shaken their confidence in the institution’s commitment to fairness and integrity.