A majority of the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) National Executive Committee (NEC) members have taken a firm stance, insisting that the mandatory relegation and promotion play-offs must be conducted before the 2026/2027 SportPesa Premier League season kicks off on September 19, 2026. Click this link https://a.meridianbet.ke/c/C7pYjz to start gaming and stand a chance of winning big with Meridianbet.
In a detailed letter addressed to FKF President Hussein Mohammed, the executive members emphasized that the commencement of all FKF leagues and competitions must strictly align with statutory guidelines to avoid administrative chaos.
“We commend the NEC resolution on the commencement of FKF leagues and competitions for the 2026/2027 season and urge that its implementation be undertaken strictly in accordance with the FKF Constitution, existing court directives and the 2019 FKF Rules and Regulations, including the prescribed promotion and relegation play-offs,” the members stated in the letter.
They urged all relevant FKF organs, clubs, and stakeholders to collaborate closely to ensure the upcoming campaign proceeds “lawfully, transparently and with the objective of minimising further litigations.”
KSh400 Million Grassroots Push
Beyond league logistics, the executive members called for a radical restructuring of the proposed KSh3.5 billion-plus FKF budget. They are demanding a reallocation of KSh400 million to directly fund club competitions, women’s football, and regional administrative arms to guarantee sustainable growth.
Under their proposed distribution model:
- SportPesa Premier League: KSh100 million
- National Women’s Football Leagues: KSh100 million
- 48 FKF Branches: KSh100 million
- National Super League (NSL): KSh60 million
- Division One League: KSh40 million
“In determining the priorities of the proposed KES 3.5 billion-plus 2026 budget, greater emphasis should be placed on clubs, grassroots and women’s football, which constitute the foundation and key stakeholders of Kenyan football,” the letter noted, adding that the targeted investment would enhance competitiveness across all divisions.
The members further insisted that the NEC and Standing Committees must be provided with a detailed, comprehensive budget rather than a summary, allowing for proper interrogation and concurrence before formal approval.
Governance Fast-Tracking
To safeguard administrative stability, the NEC members pushed for the immediate resolution of critical governance bottlenecks prior to the season opener:
- Judicial and Oversight Bodies: The members urged the fast-tracking of the independent selection process for judicial bodies—as resolved in their July 11, 2026 meeting—demanding that the final report be presented to NEC for concurrence in strict compliance with Articles 57(3) and 64(3) of the FKF Constitution.
- Acting General Secretary/CEO: Following the expiry of the former General Secretary’s six-month acting tenure, the members called on President Mohammed to immediately nominate a competent officer for NEC approval to provide necessary operational stability pending court determinations.
“We believe that these measures will strengthen institutional governance, enhance accountability and transparency, provide certainty to stakeholders and contribute to the sustainable growth and development of football in Kenya,” the statement concluded.
