MEET THE TEAM TUESDAY - BLASTO MAINA

Blasto circa 2005

Blasto Eutychus Maina Ndii was born on 23rd December 1956 in Kijabe to the late Eutychus Ndii and Margaret Wanjiru.

He began his education at Kijabe Primary School in 1962, later transferring to Mai Mahiu Primary School in 1968, where he completed his Certificate of Primary Education (CPE) in 1969. After school, Blasto took up casual jobs with missionaries around Kijabe until 1971, when he enrolled at the Christian Industrial Training Centre in Nairobi. He trained there until 1974, specializing in metal fabrication and basic crafts.

Blasto and a KPG student at Sunday services in Kijabe

In 1975, he was employed as an artisan at Kahawa Military Barracks, where he worked until 1986. That year, he transitioned to Kenya Breweries Limited in Nairobi as a security supervisor. He was later transferred to Mombasa, where he served as the security manager for the manufacturing plant. In 1992, he ventured into entrepreneurship by starting his own security company. However, in 2001, personal challenges prompted him to relocate back to Kijabe.

Blasto married Christine Mwikali in 1988, and they were blessed with three children: Eutychus Ndii (35), Margaret Wanjiru (32), and Sebastian Irugaimukam (30). Due to domestic difficulties, they separated in 2001. Christine later passed away in 2003.

Blasto rocking his Santa beard!

In 2002, Blasto was introduced to Mrs. Barnett by his sister Minnie during a visit to her home. Their friendship grew, and during one of these visits, Blasto learned about the Little Lambs ministry. He visited one of their centers and fell in love with the work they were doing. In 2003, he began actively participating in the ministry.

Today, Blasto serves as the director of KPG and the vice-chairman of the Executive National Board, continuing his commitment to service and leadership.