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“Headgirl”: Senator Esther Okenyuri warms hearts as she dons school uniform while interacting with teachers

Dennis Lubanga by Dennis Lubanga
February 16, 2026
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KISII, Kenya – Kenyans have been thrown into a frenzy after nominated Senator Esther Okenyuri was spotted donning a lovely school uniform while interacting with teachers.

Nominated Senator Esther Okenyuri recently donned a school uniform. Photo: Esther Okenyuri. Source: Facebook.
Nominated Senator Esther Okenyuri recently donned a school uniform. Photo: Esther Okenyuri. Source: Facebook.

In the now-viral video, the youthful senator who sits on the Senate Finance and Budget and Powers and Privileges Committee can be spotted donning a white blouse, a short-sleeved cardigan, a checked skirt, white socks and black shoes.

“Sharing light moments with teachers at Riagumo Secondary School during the Mchakato Wa Usomi Program,” the senator posted on her official TikTok account.

The legislator observed that teachers remain the backbone of “our education system by shaping minds, nurturing talent, instilling discipline and igniting the spark that drives learning.”

@senatoressyokenyuri

Sharing light moments with teachers at Riagumo Secondary School during the Mchakato wa Usomi Program. Teachers remain the backbone of our education system by shaping minds, nurturing talent,instilling discipline and igniting the spark that drives learning. #Nurturing Dreams, Shaping the future #Kukuza ndoto,kuimarisha wakati ujao #Korera chindoto chingiya, obogima obuya bwa aankio

♬ original sound – Essy Okenyuri Nyaituga

The post attracted numerous remarks from a section of Kenyans who thronged the comment section.

How Kenyans reacted to Senator Esther Okenyuri’s post

news9.africa sampled some of the reactions below:

Kiongozi posted:

“head girl pia women rep kisii county.”

𝙢𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙡𝙖 Evans said:

“Essy Okenyuri Nomuya are…..
ee nomuyaareeeeee. ❤”

Obonyosagini reacted:

“Omosaria Bobasi yangu utapata mommy.”

Annabel Misati said:

“😂😂😂 please kiss my comment, narudi.”

Moyes Oira reacted:

“Noare Essy Nyaituga omonyenee 🔥”

Apostle Paul observed:

“mambo mbaya. Okenyuri Ni 🔥🔥🔥. ambia ao shosho wampishe njiani aingie Kwa kiti yake ya county.”

Kipkoech Yegon said:

“beautiful mhesh.”

Edward Tirop indicated:

“uko agood leader.”

Inside the Mchakato Wa Usomi Program

Earlier, the senator donated learning materials to learners at Riagumo Secondary School.

“However small it looks, in the hands of a determined student, a pen becomes the most powerful tool for transformation since it is key in every step of learning,” said the senator.

@senatoressyokenyuri

However small it looks, in the hands of a determined student a pen becomes the most powerful tool for transformation since it is key in every step of learning. Together with books, these simple tools open worlds of knowledge, nurture curiosity and strengthen the foundation of academic growth. Education remains the most reliable equalizer and both tools in a student’s hand is a step closer to unlocking potential, shaping ambition and building a progressive generation. #Nurturing Dreams, Shaping the future #Kukuza ndoto, kuimarisha wakati ujao #Korera chindoto chingiya, obogima obuya bwa aankio

♬ original sound – Essy Okenyuri Nyaituga

Senator Okenyuri, who has publicly demonstrated her passion for education, observed that together with books, these simple learning tools open worlds of knowledge, nurture curiosity and strengthen the foundation of academic growth.

“Education remains the most reliable equaliser, and both tools in a student’s hand are a step closer to unlocking potential, shaping ambition and building a progressive generation,” added Senator Okenyuri, the Vice Chairperson of the Senate Committee on Trade, Industrialisation and Tourism.

Tags: ” the senator posted on her official TikTok account.Mchakato Wa Usomi ProgramRiagumo Secondary SchoolSenator Esther Okenyuri
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Dennis Lubanga

Dennis Lubanga

Dennis Lubanga is a seasoned journalist with over 15 years experience. He has a rich and extensive focus on politics, climate change, environment, and food security. He has previously held positions at Y News Digial (Editorial Lead), TUKO.co.ke (Current Affairs Editor) and Nation Media Group (News Correspondent). He is affiliated with respected journalism programs such as The Nature Conservancy African Journalism Programme, Thomson Reuters Foundation, and African Uncensored Investigative Journalism Programme. His work has been honored in the Annual Journalism Excellence Awards (AJEA) among other platforms.

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