This archive report was first published on 12 September 2019.
Wazito FC has announced the appointment of captain Dennis Gicheru as the club's Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective immediately. This move comes as Gicheru recovers from a knee surgery he underwent in August.
As a lawyer and a seasoned footballer, Gicheru will take on the new role in the club's executive team, bringing his unique blend of skills and experience to the position.
According to Wazito President Ricardo Badoer, Gicheru will have the option to either pursue his football career once he recovers or to fully commit to the new role. Badoer expressed the club's support for Gicheru's decision, stating, "As part of our policy of nurturing and exposing talents outside the realm of active football play, we wish to confirm that the club has appointed Dennis Gicheru as the club CEO effective immediately as he recovers and recuperates from his injury."
On his part, Gicheru thanked the club for the opportunity and expressed his commitment to working with the team to ensure the club's success on and off the pitch. He stated, "I want to thank the club president for believing in me. This is entirely a new field but it's one I believe I can excel in. I will work with everyone within and outside the Wazito family to ensure that the club is successful on and off the pitch."
Wazito FC is currently gearing up for their first campaign back at the Kenyan Premier League (KPL), with a tough schedule ahead. The team's start to the season was below expectations, but with Gicheru's appointment, the club is poised to make a strong comeback.
The team will face Western Stima on Saturday at the Moi Stadium in Kisumu, followed by a match against AFC Leopards on 21st September at the Bukhungu Stadium in Kakamega.
