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Portions will be examined locally by the Aircraft Accident Investigation Department, while selected parts will be sent abroad for advanced metallurgical tests and data retrieval.
Speaking on Tuesdsy, the Speaker warned pilots, leaders and other users of air services to strictly follow existing safety procedures, especially during unstable weather.
The helicopter crash, which occurred on Saturday, claimed the lives of all six people on board, sending shockwaves across Kenya’s political landscape, particularly in Ng’eno’s Emurua Dikirr constituency.
Jeptoo was at her home in Chepkieb when the crash occurred. Her mother said they heard a loud explosion and immediately ran toward the accident site upon realizing a helicopter had gone down nearby.
A memorial service will be held on Wednesday at the Baptist Church to commemorate all six victims. On Thursday, Ngeno’s and Rono’s bodies will be taken to their homes for night vigils, following family customs,...
Another team was deployed to Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital in Eldoret, where Ng’eno’s body is being preserved after it was airlifted from the crash site. The officials are overseeing the transfer of his re...
On Saturday night, February 28, 2026, family members and several leaders gathered at the MTRH morgue to receive the body.
The area chief said locals rushed to help and found some bodies badly burnt, making identification challenging.
Political leaders from across the divide have described his passing as shocking and painful, remembering him as a fearless and outspoken defender of his constituents.
The President described Ng’eno as a progressive and devoted servant of the people who worked tirelessly for residents of Emurua Dikirr in Narok County.
The aircraft reportedly attempted an emergency landing before catching fire, killing all six people on board.