Kakamega Homeboyz chairman Cleophas Shimanyula has announced his candidacy for the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) presidency. His declaration follows the FKF Electoral Board’s announcement, chaired by Hesbon Owilla, that the national elections will be held on December 7, 2024, with county elections scheduled for November 9 and 10, 2024.With Shimanyula’s announcement, the number of candidates vying for FKF’s top position rises to six. ##GEOTARGET_BANNER_8370961##Other contenders include Extreme Sports CEO Hussein Mohammed, former FKF President Sam Nyamweya, former FKF CEO Omondi Aduda, former FKF Nyanza NEC member Tom Alila, and Gor Mahia CEO Sammy Ocholla.”Now that the Board has released the election timelines, I want Kenyans to know that I will be running for the FKF presidency,” Shimanyula said in a statement via SportsBoom.com.The businessman expressed confidence in his chances, saying, “I want to declare my candidacy for the FKF top seat, and I am confident of winning by a landslide.”Known by his nickname “Toto,” Shimanyula stated that calls from football stakeholders across the country have motivated him to run for office and help revitalize the sport.”I have been closely following developments in Kenyan football, and many within the football community have urged me to step in and save the game from decline,” he said.FKFPL Preview: Wounded Gor Mahia looking to march to record extending 22nd titleAs the owner of Kakamega Homeboyz, Shimanyula outlined his vision for the future of Kenyan football if elected. He plans to involve all 47 counties in supporting the leagues, establish a sustainable youth development structure, implement a footballers’ welfare program, and secure sponsorship for all leagues.”My focus will be on grassroots football because there is untapped talent. I will ensure we have proper and sustainable youth systems, which are essential for our national teams. This will help produce strong teams for both men and women,” he added.Shimanyula also revealed that he will soon announce his campaign strategy and team.”In the coming days, I will release my blueprint outlining my goals for Kenyan football. I will also introduce my team, who will campaign with me and work together when we take over the office,” he concluded.Scripture that inspires coach Jackline Juma after breaking the glass ceiling
