World football governing body FIFA has rejected the procedure used by certain members of the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) National Executive Committee to suspend President Hussein Mohammed, acting Secretary General Dennis Gicheru, and nominated NEC member Abdulahi Yusuf Ibrahim.
In a strongly worded letter addressed to all FKF National Executive Committee members, FIFA stated that the actions taken did not comply with the FKF Constitution, specifically Article 41, which governs the provisional dismissal or suspension of officials.
“Having carefully considered the information, documentation and explanations submitted, we deem it necessary to recall the relevant provisions of the FKF Constitution governing such situations,” stated FIFA.
“FIFA therefore categorically rejects the procedure that has been followed in this matter.”
FIFA emphasized that any measure requiring an official to step aside when imposed mandatorily amounts to a provisional suspension and must strictly follow the substantive and procedural safeguards outlined in the FKF Constitution.
“Executive Committee that were not adopted in full compliance with Article 41 and the related procedural provisions of the FKF Constitution,” adding “Actions taken outside the clearly defined statutory framework cannot produce valid legal effects within the association.”
FIFA warned that actions taken in breach of the FKF Constitution, rules, and regulations may expose the individuals concerned to disciplinary measures.
The FIFA letter also stressed the need for all FKF members to act with restraint and full respect for the constitution to safeguard the stability and credibility of the federation.
This latest development effectively dismisses the petition and actions initiated by former player McDonald Mariga and the group of nine NEC members who had moved to suspend President Hussein Mohammed.
On April 24, nine out of fourteen NEC members voted to oust Mohamed, citing alleged misappropriation of a Ksh42.4 million insurance tender connected to the African Nations Championship (CHAN) tournament that was cohosted with the neighbouring Uganda and Tanzania in 2025.
NEC alleged that the lucrative contract was awarded to a company described as unlicensed, unvetted, and one that had failed to submit its tax returns, despite better offers being available.
