President William Ruto has joined Members of Parliament, leaders, friends, and citizens across the country in mourning the late Emurua Dikirr Member of Parliament, Hon. Johana Ng’eno, who perished alongside five others in a tragic helicopter crash in Nandi County.

Speaking at the family’s home in Karen, Nairobi, where he condoled with the widow and children of the late MP, the President paid tribute to Hon. Ng’eno’s contribution to national development, particularly through his leadership as the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Housing, Urban Planning and Public Works.

“You did your best. You contributed to the welfare of the community, the nation, and humanity,” President Ruto said, noting that Hon. Ng’eno played a pivotal role in the passage of the Affordable Housing Act and in steering the government’s Affordable Housing Programme.

The President hailed the late legislator's service to his constituents and the nation with humility, courage, and conviction.

President Ruto urged Kenyans to stand together with the bereaved families in prayer and unity as the nation comes to terms with the loss.

He further assured the bereaved families of the government’s support.

“We will extend support to all of the members who died alongside Ng’eno,” he stated.