Emurua Dikirr MP Johanna Ngeno is among six people who died on Saturday after a helicopter crashed and burst into flames in Chepkiep Village, Mosop constituency, Nandi County.
According to flight‑tracking data, the Airbus Helicopter H125, registration 5Y‑DSB, departed Nairobi at 11:02 AM on February 28, 2026. The incident happened at 4:45 pm EAT, police said.
The chopper is said to have hit three large trees, killing six people in total. Authorities earlier recovered a mobile phone & SIM card belonging to Johana Ng’eno at the crash scene.
Similar gadgets belonging to Amos Kipngetich Rotich, an officer with the Kenya Forest Service (KFS), are among the recovered, while the remaining are yet to be identified.
The aircraft reportedly attempted an emergency landing before it caught fire shortly after touching down.
Who was Johanna Ng'eno?
Born on December 12, 1972, Ngeno grew up in rural Narok County, where access to education was limited but highly valued. He began his schooling at Mogondo Primary School before joining Maseno National School for secondary education.
His early exposure to community challenges shaped his desire to serve and advocate for his people.
Driven by a passion for law and governance, Ngeno pursued higher education abroad at Kyiv TSN University in Ukraine, earning a Bachelor of Arts in International Law.
Returning to Kenya, he furthered his studies with an LL.B (Bachelor of Laws) from Mount Kenya University and a Master of Arts in International Studies from the University of Nairobi.
In September 2025, his legal journey culminated in his official admission to the bar as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya, fulfilling a long-held professional dream.
Before venturing into elective politics, Ngeno served as Director at the Agricultural Development Corporation (ADC) from 2008 to 2012.
The role offered him insight into public service, project management, and national development, an experience he would later bring to Parliament.
In March 2013, Ngeno successfully contested the parliamentary seat for Emurua Dikirr Constituency, beginning a career that would see him re-elected in 2017 and 2022.
His parliamentary work reflected a balance between constituency needs and national responsibilities.
He served on several influential committees, including the Departmental Committee on Justice and Legal Affairs, the Public Investments Committee, and the National Government Constituencies Development Fund (NG-CDF) Committee.
These positions allowed him to contribute to lawmaking, policy oversight, and resource allocation for local development.
Security and peace have also been priorities in his leadership. During times of tension and cross-border clashes in Narok County, Ngeno called on security forces to protect civilians and supported the deployment of the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) to maintain order. His advocacy for safety and stability underscored his dedication to the well-being of his constituents.
Until his death, he was the National Assembly's housing committee chairperson.
As a legislator, legal professional, and community advocate, Ngeno represented a new type of Kenyan leadership, one that blends practical development with policy knowledge and legal expertise.
From his roots in Narok County to the halls of Parliament, Johana Ngeno emerged as a leader committed to improving life in Emurua Dikirr. His work spanned development, education, and advocacy for justice.
