This archive report was first published on 15 May 2020.
Published on May 15, 2020
Former Council for East and Central Africa Football Associations (Cecafa) boss Nicholas Musonye has announced his candidacy for the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) top seat.
His decision comes as the Sports Disputes Tribunal (SDT) has nullified the federation's election twice since December last year.
Speaking on NTV's Mikiki Mikiki Show on Friday, Musonye said he will work with all stakeholders, including former players, coaches, FKF branches, and the youth to steer the game forward.
"The call to contest for the position came from stakeholders. I will not let them down. If given the mandate, I am going to restore hope in our football. That is my motivation and my desire. I will not fail Kenyans. I will work with the government to strengthen the sport," he said.
Musonye, who handed over the Cecafa Secretary General's baton to Auka Gecheo in December last year after serving for 20 years, promised to prioritize youth development and good governance if elected.
He also urged sportsmen and women to continue training on their own to keep fit, self-isolate, and maintain social distancing in the face of the persistent coronavirus pandemic.
Among the retired players who have thrown their weight behind Musonye include former Harambee Stars captain Austin Oduor, who also played for Gor Mahia as central defender.
Others are Josephat Murila, Wycliffe Anyangu, Tony Lidonde, Peter Lichungu, and Ambrose Ayoyi who believe that Musonye can get enough support from branches given his good name as a football manager.
