The Kenyan football fraternity has been thrown into mourning after AFC Leopards Secretary General Gilbert Andugu rested from his earthly labours on Tuesday, 6 May 2025.Follow our WhatsApp channel for more newsThe businessman succumbed after a prolonged battle with illness that saw him reduce his regular activities and public appearances in recent times.Gor Mahia confirm venue and date for 97th Mashemeji Derby clashAndugu was serving his first term as the club’s Secretary General after being elected on 26 June 2022.The entire Mozzart Sport fraternity sends their heartfelt condolences to the family, friends and all those associated with AFC Leopards.##NAJAVA_MECA_8912383##AFC Leopards confirmed the demise of the soft-spoken administrator in a statement. “We are deeply saddened by the news of the passing of our Secretary General, Mr. Gilbert Andugu. Our thoughts, prayers and condolences go out to Andugu’s family, friends and relatives. May his soul Rest in Peace,” read a statement from the club. U20 AFCON Diary: Cheap fuel in plenty as sanity reigns in Egyptian roadsAndugu took over the reins at Ingwe after defeating Robert Situma and Tonny Omusina and replaced Oliver Shikuku, who had already exhausted his two-term limit.The football administrator had earlier indicated that he was not going to defend his seat in the upcoming club elections, citing personal reasons.##NAJAVA_MECA_8912384##“I’ve given my all in service to the club, and it’s time for new ideas and new leadership. I remain a passionate supporter of Ingwe and will continue supporting the club from the stands,” said Andugu in a past interview.Prior to his election as the Secretary General, Andugu was the Chairperson of the Coast Branch, which was one of the most vocal and organised branches, a success that was instrumental in his election as Secretary General.U20 AFCON Diary: Cheap fuel in plenty as sanity reigns in Egyptian roadsBefore that, he served as the Chairman of Chairmen (head of all branches) from 2016 to 2020 while also serving as the Mombasa Branch Chairperson, where he oversaw the growth of Branches from eight to 35.The Mombasa-based businessman, who was in the transport and logistics sector, had made a reputation for himself due to his organisational skills and was credited for organising the team’s logistics and ensuring they were well taken care of while in Mombasa.##NAJAVA_MECA_8910044##Andugu’s death comes as the club prepares to hold its Annual General Meeting (AGM) and election of new officials on Sunday, 29 June 2025.
