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Naiyanoi Ntutu, widow of the late Johana Ng’eno, has been appointed to the Information and Communication Technology Authority (ICTA) board for a three-year term. Her role will focus on advancing Kenya’s digital economy and e-government services, with support from ICTA chairperson Lily Ng’ok. Naiyanoi is a trained lawyer and advocate for women’s rights.
Africa-Press – Kenya. Naiyanoi Ntutu, the late Johana Ng’eno’s widow. /XNaiyanoi Ntutu, widow of the late Emurua Dikirr MP Johana Ng’eno, has been appointed a board member of the Information and Communication Technology Authority (ICTA).
A gazette notice dated Thursday, April 2, indicates that Information, Communications and the Digital Economy Cabinet Secretary William Kabogo appointed Naiyanoi to serve a three-year term, effective from the date of publication.
“In exercise of the powers conferred by section 6 (2) (e) of the Information and Communications Technology Authority Order, 2013, the Cabinet Secretary for Information, Communications and the Digital Economy appoints Naiyanoi Ntutu to be a Member of the Board of Information and Communications Technology Authority, for a period of three (3) years, with effect from the 2nd April, 2026,” the notice reads.
The appointment places Naiyanoi at the center of ICTA’s operations, where she will play a role in advancing Kenya’s digital economy and e-government services.
ICTA chairperson Lily Ng’ok welcomed her appointment, expressing confidence in her abilities and the contribution she will make to the team.
“I am looking forward to working closely with you. I have no doubt in your abilities and the contribution you will make to the team,” Ng’ok said on X.
A trained lawyer, Naiyanoi has built her career on advocacy for women’s rights, focusing on raising awareness of the legal protections available to women.
She has been involved in community outreach programmes in Narok and Emurua Dikirr, helping women access legal assistance and understand their rights.
She has also championed girls’ education, encouraging school-going children to stay in school and gain confidence to take up leadership roles in the future
Previously a private figure, Naiyanoi came into the public eye following the tragic death of her husband in a helicopter crash on February 28, 2026.
The Eurocopter carrying him and five others, returning from an event in Endebess, Trans Nzoia county, struck trees while flying at low altitude in bad weather in Chepkiep, Mosop, Nandi county.
In an emotional tribute, Naiyanoi described her late husband as a gentle, devoted father and recalled their marriage as a loving, transformative experience.
She initially expressed interest in contesting the vacant parliamentary seat left by her husband, but later withdrew, citing personal reasons after consultations with her family.
Naiyanoi Ntutu’s appointment to the ICTA board marks a significant step in her public service career, following the tragic death of her husband, Johana Ng’eno, in a helicopter crash. Her advocacy for women’s rights and community outreach in Narok and Emurua Dikirr has established her as a prominent figure in promoting legal protections and education for women and girls in Kenya. This role at ICTA aligns with her commitment to enhancing digital services in the country, reflecting the growing importance of technology in governance and community engagement.
