Nairobi Stima boss Sakwa goes unopposed as chairman

Nairobi Stima FC’s Paul Kisige (left) and Clement Masikidi of Mount Kenya FC during NSL match at Camp Toyoyo on Sunday, Sept 29, 2019. [Jonah Onyango, Standard]

Nairobi Stima boss Johnstone Sakwa has been elected unopposed as the new chairman of the National Super League Governing Council, taking over from his immediate former club chairman Vincent Onyango.

Sakwa’s vice chairman Patrick Korir of league leaders Nairobi City Stars was also elected unopposed during the elections held on Wednesday at the FKF Goal Project Offices.

Bidco United’s Geoffrey Misango retained his Secretary position and will be assisted by Kibera Black Stars’ Daniel Magara.

Fifteen clubs attended the meeting with the quartet of Vihiga Bullets, Vihiga United, Talanta and St. Joseph sending their apologies. The new office will serve for one year.

Speaking after the elections, Korir said the main work of the new office will be improve the standards of the second tier league and attract more sponsorship.

“We had a fruitful consultative meeting for NSL clubs, the main agenda being elections for the new office bearers. We have also had discussions on how to improve our league, and make it better to attract even more partnerships,” said Korir.

And to ensure they get more funding in the league, the members formed a marketing committee that will be chaired by Ushuru’s CEO Stephen Mathenge. The league is currently being sponsored by betting firm Betika.

“I must thank the Federation for finding us the partner. We have had discussions on how we can find even more partnerships because the quality in our product is there for all to see,” said NSL Governing Council Assistant Secretary Daniel Magara. A forth night ago, top clubs, Gor Mahia and AFC Leopards abstained from approving the Electoral Board as delegates endorsed the Board and Electoral Code.