Hard truths.
The university will be established in memory of the late area MP Johana Ng’eno, who was among six people killed in a helicopter crash in Chepkiep, Mosop Sub-County, in March.
Ng’eno had been receiving medical attention after his condition worsened, with his hospital stay resulting in a bill of Sh1.8 million.
At the gravesite, Gachagua laid a wreath and observed a moment of silence. He then removed his round hat and stood quietly before the grave in a gesture of respect
The seat became vacant after the death of former Emurua Dikirr MP Johana Ngeno, who died in a helicopter crash at Chepkiep village in Mosop sub-county, Nandi county
The appointment was formalised through a gazette notice dated April 2, 2026, issued under the State Corporations Act and the Information and Communications Technology Authority Order, 2013.
The nomination came ahead of the by-election set by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission for May 14, 2026, in a constituency with 44,447 registered voters. The seat fell vacant following the deat...
The IEBC has already set May 14, 2026 as the date to conduct the by-election to replace Johanna Ng’eno, who died in a helicopter crash in Nandi.
The Principal Secretary cautioned that while the country has largely experienced calm in recent months, isolated incidents of unrest continue to occur and must be dealt with firmly through lawful processes.
Narok Governor Patrick Ole Ntutu urged a full probe into the helicopter crash that killed MP Johana Ng’eno and vowed to complete their planned development projects in Emurua Dikirr.
According to Olekina, Ng’eno consistently raised concerns about matters that touched the lives of residents in Narok County and surrounding areas. He pointed out that the MP often spoke about issues related to...
DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua eulogised Johanna Ng’eno in Emurua Dikirr, praising his defence of the Kipsigis community and criticising alleged political persecution after the MP’s fatal helicopter crash.
Speaking during a joint memorial service at African Gospel Church (AGC) Karen, Wetang’ula described the deceased pilot as a highly trained and disciplined professional who would never have endangered the lives...