FKF Suspends Officials for Match-Fixing Allegations: Investigations Underway
Football Kenya Federation has Suspended Officials for Alleged Involvement in Match-Fixing: Investigation Launched to Maintain Integrity of the League
In a recent development, the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has received confidential reports alleging the involvement of various players and officials in match-fixing activities.
FKF has a zero-tolerance policy on match-fixing and in order to protect the integrity of the league, the FKF has taken immediate action by provisionally suspending the individuals listed below pending investigations by the FIFA and FKF integrity department.
The following individuals have been suspended:
- Willis Ochieng Oganyo- Coach-Zetech University
- Hamidu Kwizera Lucas- former player Zoo FC
- Vincent Misikhu- former player Zoo FC
- Sammy Sindani Sabiri- Player-Silibwet Leons FC
- Michael Idovolo Madoya- former player Nairobi City Stars FC
- Johnstone Ligare- Former player Zoo FC
- Geoffrey Gichana- Player-Zoo FC
- Dominic Ouma Okoth- Player-Kericho Rovers FC
- Isaac Kipyegon- Player- Tusker FC
- Stanslaus Akiya Munyasa- Player-Silibwet Leons FC
- William Odunga- Player-Silibwet Leons FC
- Daniel Kiptoo- former player Zoo FC
- Brian Lumumba- Player-Zoo FC
- Du Monde Selenga Mangili- Head Coach- Kericho FC
- Dennis Monda – Former Player Vihiga United
The FKF has made it clear that all its members should avoid any form of sporting contact with the aforementioned individuals during their suspension period. This move by the FKF is aimed at ensuring that the integrity of the league is maintained and that match-fixing activities do not take place. The FKF has taken a proactive approach to ensure that the league is fair and just for all teams and players.
Match-fixing is a serious issue in football and can lead to a lack of trust among fans, players, and teams. The FKF is committed to maintaining the integrity of the league and will continue to take action against any individuals found to be involved in match-fixing activities. The FKF is also urging anyone with information about match-fixing activities to come forward and report it to the appropriate authorities.
The FKF is working closely with FIFA and other relevant authorities to investigate these allegations and to ensure that any individuals found guilty of match-fixing are dealt with accordingly. The FKF will continue to take a tough stance on match-fixing and will work tirelessly to maintain the integrity of the league and ensure that it is fair and just for all teams and players.
