The Sports Ministry has dismissed viral claims circulating on social media suggesting that the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has been suspended, as tensions within the country’s football leadership continue to draw public attention.
Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya moved to clarify the matter on Thursday, June 4, stating that the government has not issued any directive suspending FKF or interfering with its operations. He termed the claims misleading and urged the public to rely on official communication channels for accurate information.
The rumours had suggested that FKF would be required to independently finance its operations, including national team assignments for both local and international fixtures, following an alleged suspension. However, the ministry has dismissed these assertions as baseless.
FKF President Hussein Mohammed also came out strongly to reject the claims, saying the federation is facing a deliberate campaign of misinformation aimed at undermining its leadership and operations. He maintained that the circulating reports were false and intended to damage the image of the institution.
“We’ve noticed a rise in false stories with a clear agenda that are circulating to damage the federation and its leadership,” Hussein said, adding that those behind the misinformation are known to the federation.
He further emphasized that FKF will continue focusing on its mandate despite what he termed as distractions, insisting that appropriate legal and administrative steps will be taken to protect the federation’s reputation.
The latest controversy comes at a time when FKF is already grappling with internal leadership disputes and external scrutiny from global football authorities. FIFA recently stepped in and rejected attempts by the FKF National Executive Committee to suspend senior officials within the federation, terming the move unconstitutional.
In its communication, FIFA raised concerns over adherence to governance procedures, warning FKF against actions that could destabilize the administration of football in the country. The world football governing body also noted that such decisions must align with the FKF Constitution and established regulations.
FKF’s current challenges are further compounded by allegations of financial mismanagement, including claims surrounding the use of funds allocated for major tournaments. These issues have triggered investigations and internal reviews, contributing to ongoing tensions within the federation.
Despite the challenges, both the Sports Ministry and FKF leadership have sought to reassure stakeholders that football activities in the country remain unaffected. They have called for calm as investigations and governance processes continue to unfold.
The developments highlight the fragile state of football administration in Kenya, with stakeholders now watching closely to see how the leadership disputes and governance concerns will be resolved in the coming weeks.
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