Widow of Johana Ng’eno, Naiyanoi Ntutu, Named to ICT Authority Board

Photo of Naiyanoi Ntutu, widow of the late Emurua Dikirr MP Johana Ng’eno.

Nairobi,April 3,2026 –Naiyanoi Ntutu, widow of the late Emurua Dikirr MP Johana Ng’eno, has been appointed to the board of the Information and Communication Technology Authority (ICTA).

The appointment was announced by Information, Communications and the Digital Economy Cabinet Secretary William Kabogo through a gazette notice dated April 2, 2026. According to the notice, Naiyanoi will serve a three-year term effective from the date of publication, in line with provisions of the ICTA Order, 2013.

Her new role places her within the agency tasked with spearheading Kenya’s digital transformation agenda, including the expansion of e-government services and strengthening the country’s digital infrastructure.

ICTA Board Chair Lily Ng’ok welcomed the appointment, expressing optimism about Naiyanoi’s contribution to the authority’s work. She noted confidence in her capabilities and looked forward to collaborating with her on advancing the institution’s mandate.

A trained lawyer, Naiyanoi has been active in championing women’s rights, with a focus on legal awareness and access to justice. Her work has included community outreach initiatives in Narok and Emurua Dikirr, where she has supported women in understanding their legal protections and accessing assistance. She has also been involved in promoting girls’ education and mentorship.

Though she largely kept a low public profile, Naiyanoi gained national attention following the death of her husband, Johana Ng’eno, in a helicopter crash in February 2026. She later paid tribute to him as a devoted family man and reflected on their marriage as deeply meaningful.

She had briefly signaled interest in contesting the parliamentary seat left vacant by his passing but later stepped back after consultations with her family.