Brave Nandi nurse who tried to save MP Ngeno hailed

The Nursing Council of Kenya has commended the courage and professionalism of Nurse Jacobeth Jeptoo, who selflessly responded to the tragic helicopter crash in Mosop, Nandi County.

In a statement issued after the accident, the council praised her swift response and dedication to saving lives under extremely distressing circumstances.

“The Nursing Council of Kenya commends the courage and professionalism of Nurse Jacobeth Jeptoo, who selflessly responded to the tragic helicopter crash in Mosop, Nandi County,” the statement read.

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“Her actions exemplify the commitment, compassion, and resilience that define the nursing profession, even in the most harrowing circumstances.”

Jeptoo was at her Chepkieb home when the crash occurred.

According to her mother, they heard a loud explosion and immediately rushed toward the scene after learning that a helicopter had crashed nearby.

“We ran towards the scene while shouting to go and check,” she said.

Upon reaching the site, she found that one person was still breathing.

Jeptoo briefly ran back home to pick up her medical gloves before returning to the wreckage to try to administer first aid. Despite her efforts, all six people on board succumbed to their injuries.

Following the incident, Jeptoo shared an emotional message reflecting on the tragedy.

“Extensive burns like that could have possibly caused shock and organ failure, leading to the death of six heroes. We struggle so hard for life that can end anytime. Pole to the affected families and community. Mutyo is missing. We tried, but none survived,” she wrote.

Kenyans on social media praised her bravery. One post read: “While others watched in horror, she stepped forward, offering urgent medical assistance to those caught up in the disaster.”

Another user wrote, "This lady, who is a nurse, was at home in Chepkiep and ran with her gloves and tried to help some of the victims in yesterday's crash in Nandi, but unfortunately we lost them.”

Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei revealed that he had personally spoken to Jeptoo following her heroic act.

“I have just had a phone conversation with our heroine, Ms Jeptoo Jacobeth, of Saturday’s rescue mission of the ill-fated helicopter crash that killed Hon. Johana Ngeno, MP for Emurua Dikirr Constituency, and five others,” Cherargei said.

The senator disclosed that Jeptoo recently completed her studies at Kendu Bay Adventist School of Medical Sciences in February 2026, where she pursued a Community Health Nurse course.

She is currently awaiting the Kenya Nursing Council qualifying exams scheduled for May 2026.

“I have paid for her upcoming exams and pending school fees to allow her clearance and registration as a practising nurse,” Cherargei stated.

“We shall walk the journey with her until she gets placement and advances her efforts of serving humanity in honour of our departed brothers.”

The bodies of the six victims were flown to Nairobi’s Lee Funeral Home on Sunday as burial preparations continue. Narok Governor Patrick Ntutu said the county will cover funeral expenses for five of the victims, while President William Ruto visited the family of the late MP at their Karen residence on Monday.

In its message, the Nursing Council also extended condolences to the bereaved families and expressed solidarity with frontline responders, noting that Jeptoo’s actions stand as a powerful reminder of the selfless spirit that defines the nursing profession.