Ruto mourns Emurua Dikirr’s Ng’eno who died in helicopter crash
President William Ruto conveyed his profound grief Saturday evening following confirmation that Emurua Dikirr MP Johana Ng’eno was among six people who lost their lives in a helicopter crash in Mosop, Nandi County. In a statement released shortly after the tragedy, the Presiden..
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President William Ruto has expressed deep sorrow following the tragic helicopter crash in Mosop, Nandi County, which claimed the lives of six people, including Emurua Dikirr MP Johana Ng’eno.
- Johana Ng’eno, a friend to the President, was among the six victims.
- The deceased were traveling after attending an event in Endebes, Trans Nzoia County.
- President Ruto described Ng’eno as a "progressive and devoted servant of the people" and a leader focused on justice and equity.
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MP Ngeno dies in a helicopter crash - March 2026
Emurua Dikirr Member of Parliament Johana Ng'eno died in a helicopter crash in Chepkiep, Nandi County, along with five others. The helicopter, registration 5Y-DSB, reportedly attempted an emergency landing due to bad weather before catching fire. The Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) has launched an investigation into the fatal crash in Mosop, Nandi County. President William Ruto expressed deep sorrow, leading the country in mourning alongside Deputy President Kithure Kindiki who paid tribute to the 'fearless and vocal' late MP. National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula ordered the transfer of bodies from the crash site to Nairobi, while also forming a special team to support funeral preparations.
