Hussein Mohammed, Mariga Stun Nick Mwendwa in FKF Election Upset
Extreme Sports CEO Hussein Mohammed has been elected as the President of the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) in elections held on Saturday, December 7.
Mohammed secured 42 votes out of 90 cast during the elections conducted at Moi International Sports Centre’s Indoor Arena in Kasarani.
Former Harambee Stars captain McDonald Mariga was also elected and will take up the position of Vice President.
In a closely contested race, former FKF President Nick Mwendwa and his running mate Dorris Petra finished second with 31 votes.
Barry Otieno, the former FKF CEO, came in third with 10 votes, while Cleophas Shimanyula trailed in fourth place with 4 votes.
Hussein Mohammed will now succeed Nick Mwendwa, who led the Federation for six years since 2016.
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The elections went into a second round after no candidate achieved the required 50% majority in the first round. Mohammed ultimately clinched the presidency in the runoff.
The voting process included participation from four representatives of coaches and referees, alongside delegates from various counties.
The 90 delegates voted to fill key positions, including president, vice president, and National Executive Committee (NEC) members.
After his victory, Hussein Mohammed thanked the delegates for their support and pledged to revamp Kenyan football.
On social media, he wrote, “Grateful to all the delegates who backed the fresh start team and embraced change. This win belongs to every player, fan, and supporter striving for a brighter future for our football.”
He continued, “The journey to rebuild Kenyan football starts now. Together, we’ll restore pride, nurture talent, and reignite the passion that brings us together. Thank you for making this possible.”
Hussein Mohammed, Mariga Stun Nick Mwendwa in FKF Election Upset
