Gor Mahia risks losing FKF’s provisional club license
Gor Mahia could lose their provisional club licence following the recent temporary closure of its secretariat, coupled with challenges in securing a training ground for the first team.
In an interview with Nairobi News on Thursday, club Chairman Ambrose Rachier conceded that his staff have been unable to access the Nyayo National Stadium based secretariat for this past week, after the offices were shut down by Sports Kenya owing to, among other issues, accrued rental bills.
“I am sure you also owe someone money,” said Rachier, adding “We have debts and are trying to clear them. Our offices have been shut down and we are talking to the people concerned while trying to reach a settlement, which may involve leasing a smaller affordable space.”
CRIME SCENE
Nairobi News also understands that the said offices remain a crime scene as investigation by both the authorities and Sports Kenya staff continues following a brawl involving officials, stewards and a group of fans last week, an incident we exclusively highlighted.
Worse, the club is also facing challenges accessing the Camp Toyoyo grounds for training after the management demanded payments for accrued debts stretching back six months.
This situation could put Gor Mahia at loggerheads with Football Kenya Federation, who recently introduced the club licensing rules, part of which requires every top flight clubs to have a secretariat and lease agreement for a training ground and stadium for the whole season.
In worst case scenario, Gor Mahia could lose their licence and get relegated to the second tier league, a situation that has already happened to Muhoroni Youth and Sofapaka.
