FKF Clarifies No New Appointments After Sacking Seven NEC Members

The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has clarified that no new appointments have been made to fill the seven vacant National Executive Committee (NEC) positions, including the role of Vice President. This clarification comes after a Special General Meeting (SGM) in Meru on November 7, 2026, where delegates voted to remove seven NEC members, including Vice President McDonald Mariga. The federation maintains that any future appointments will follow strict constitutional procedures.

The dramatic SGM in Meru saw delegates vote to dismiss seven top executive members, including high-profile figures such as McDonald Mariga Wanyama, Robert Kenneth Macharia, and Violet Kerubo Momanyi. The decision was based on allegations of gross and repeated violations of the FKF Constitution and FIFA regulations. The grievances included an unsanctioned April 2026 resolution aimed at removing the FKF President, continuous absenteeism from mandatory NEC meetings, and unauthorized public statements issued on behalf of the governing body.

Ousted Vice President McDonald Mariga has rejected the outcome, labeling the entire proceeding irregular, unlawful, and a direct violation of natural justice. Mariga and his supporters argue that they were locked out of the Meru meeting venue and denied a fair opportunity to defend themselves against the allegations. Mariga has escalated the dispute to FIFA, CAF, and the Sports Registrar to investigate the validity of the meeting.

In response to the mounting tension, FKF President Hussein Mohammed’s administration defended the legitimacy of the SGM, noting that the affected members had been formally invited to present their case but failed to show or send authorized representatives. The federation has cautioned media outlets and football stakeholders against propagating unverified claims that could destabilize the sport.

The FKF has moved to quell widespread speculation by confirming that no immediate replacements have been selected to take over the offices left vacant by the mass dismissal of seven National Executive Committee (NEC) members. In a formal statement released on Monday, November 9, 2026, the federation addressed media reports regarding interim succession plans.

The federation emphasized that any upcoming administrative changes and filling of vacant positions—including the Vice Presidency—will strictly adhere to the organization’s constitutional framework and official communication channels. FKF has reiterated its commitment to institutional transparency, promising that further administrative updates will be shared transparently once constitutional prerequisites are met.

As the international bodies review the submissions from both sides, FKF has urged calm and adherence to due process. The dispute has triggered an intense administrative and legal showdown, with Mariga and his supporters challenging the legality of the SGM outcome. The FKF’s clarification aims to provide clarity on the current situation and reassure stakeholders of the federation’s commitment to transparency and due process.

Key points

• The Football Kenya Federation has clarified that no new appointments have been made to fill the seven vacant National Executive Committee (NEC) positions.
• The decision to sack seven NEC members was based on allegations of gross and repeated violations of the FKF Constitution and FIFA regulations.
• Ousted Vice President McDonald Mariga has rejected the outcome, labeling the entire proceeding irregular, unlawful, and a direct violation of natural justice.