Lessons from Late Hon. Ng'eno on how Politicians should Relate with the Masses
Photo/Source: The late Hon. Johana Ng'eno. By Thomas Chemelil When news of the passing on of the late Emurua Dikirr legislator filtered in, there was an unprecedented outpouring of emotion around the country and particularly in the Rift Valley region. Thousands of people poured into the streets of Eldoret, Kericho, Iten, Bomet, and other areas to express their grief over the sudden demise of the fiery legislator from Emurua Dikirr. This unprecedented show of love for a politician came as a surprise to all and sundry, including the political class. Yet, those who knew Ng'eno were not surprised owing to their knowledge of his nature. To start with, the late Hon. Ng'eno was a resolute leader who rarely compromised his stand, particularly when defending the people of Emurua Dikirr. He took his enemies, who included Presidents, past and present, with unmatched gusto when he felt that the interests of Mau people had been compromised. He would often be heard telling others that ...