Gachagua Mourns Johana Ngeno’s Brother’s Death Hours After Visiting Family
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Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has mourned the death of Paul Ng’eno, brother of the late former Emurua Dikirr MP Johanna Ng’eno.
In a statement dated August 22, Gachagua conveyed his sympathies to Paul’s mother, Mama Mary Temas, describing the loss as a deeply painful moment for the family.
“To Mama Mary Temas, mother of the late Emurua Dikirr MP, Hon. Johanna Ng’eno, pole sana on the loss of your son, Mr. Paul Ng’eno, who had been hospitalized for a while. No words of consolation are strong enough for you at this moment, but only God’s grace is sufficient. I pray for you, Mama Mary.”
Gachagua Sends Comforting Message to the Family of Paul Ng’eno
The former deputy president acknowledged the pain facing Mama Mary and her family, noting that the death of Paul comes after the loss of another son, Johanna Ng’eno, within a relatively short period.
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Gachagua said the loss was difficult to comprehend and recognized the possibility that the bereaved mother could question why such painful events had happened to her and her sons.
“I know that, for a moment, you may question God why this has happened to you and to your sons,” Gachagua said.
However, the DCP party leader urged the family to find strength in their faith, adding that God’s will remains absolute even in difficult moments.
He also extended his sympathies to residents of Emurua Dikirr, while noting that the community was also mourning Paul Ng’eno.
Paul Ng’eno Dies Hours After Gachagua Pledged to Clear Hospital Bill
Paul Ng’eno died on Friday, August 21, after a long illness.
His death came just hours after former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua visited his family and committed to settling his Ksh1.8 million hospital bill.
According to the family, Paul had been battling an illness for an extended period and was receiving medical treatment in Eldoret when he died.
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Reports indicate that the brother of the late MP had been receiving treatment following a motorbike accident some time ago that affected his spinal cord and throat area.
He had recently undergone a surgey and was reportedly stable as he was being prepared for discharge. However the family said his condition deteriorated a few hours ago, and he sadly passed away.
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Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua converses with late MP Johana Ng’eno’s mother, Mary Temas, and other family members in Mogondo, Narok County, August 21, 2026. Photo / Gachagua
