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The family of the late Emurua Dikirr MP Johana Ngeno has delivered a heartfelt tribute, promising to uphold his vision after the helicopter crash that claimed his life and that of five others on February 28.
During a requiem service held Wednesday morning at the Africa Gospel Church in Karen, Nairobi, family spokesperson Barnabas Ng’eno described the occasion as both painful and a moment to honour the life their son lived.
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He said while the loss is devastating, the family is grateful for the opportunity to celebrate Ngeno’s legacy. According to Barnabas, the late MP left behind a strong foundation that the family is determined to build upon.
He affirmed that they would continue championing the causes Ngeno held dear, including community unity, national development, nurturing artistic talent, advocating for land rights, and supporting local initiatives.
The family also extended appreciation to leaders from across the political spectrum, including President William Ruto, for standing by Ngeno and supporting his aspirations.
The crash, which occurred in Chepkieb Forest in Mosop, claimed six lives — among them Ngeno, the pilot, George Were of Nyakach, forester Amos Kipngetich Rotich, his bodyguard Nick Koskei, photographer Carlos Keter, high school teacher Wycliffe Rono, and a Narok County government employee.
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In tribute to the victims, Members of the National Assembly suspended their Wednesday morning sitting to attend the memorial service.
Ngeno, who was first elected to Parliament in 2013 and was serving his third term, will be buried on Friday after a joint final ceremony at Emurua Dikirr Primary School. In keeping with Kipsigis traditions, his body and that of Rono will be transported from Lee Funeral Home to their rural homes for an overnight vigil on Thursday. The remains of Keter, Koskei, and Kipngetich will also leave Nairobi the same day.
All six will be honoured together during a joint ceremony before separate burial rites take place.
A preliminary report from the National Police Service indicated that the helicopter was flying at a low altitude before striking trees and crashing, resulting in the fatal accident.
