McDonald Mariga Petitions FIFA Over Controversial Removal as FKF Vice-President

Former Football Kenya Federation (FKF) vice-president McDonald Mariga has reportedly moved his leadership dispute to FIFA, seeking intervention over his removal from office during a controversial Special General Meeting in Meru.

Mariga is challenging the circumstances surrounding his ouster at last Saturday’s chaotic meeting, accusing FKF President Hussein Mohamed of orchestrating the process through what he described as betrayal and procedural violations.

Speaking to Nation Sports, the former Harambee Stars captain confirmed that he had formally submitted his grievances to FIFA, asking the international football governing body to examine the matter.

He said he had provided relevant information outlining the events that led to his removal from the federation’s leadership.

Mariga maintains that the process was not conducted fairly and believes the proceedings violated the principles of transparency and due process expected in football administration.

Through his petition, he wants FIFA to review what happened during the Meru meeting and establish whether the delegates followed the appropriate procedures when making decisions affecting FKF’s leadership.

The controversy arose during the Special General Meeting, where delegates participated in proceedings that resulted in major changes within the federation’s leadership structure.

Mariga has accused Hussein Mohamed of playing a central role in his removal, further intensifying the disagreement between the two football administrators.

The decision to approach FIFA introduces an international dimension to the dispute, given the organisation’s responsibility for overseeing football governance and ensuring that national associations operate within established regulations.

However, submitting a complaint does not automatically guarantee that FIFA will overturn the decision. The governing body would first need to examine the allegations and determine whether the relevant rules were breached.

The development has renewed attention on leadership and governance issues within Kenyan football.

Mariga, who previously captained the national team and enjoyed a successful professional career abroad, is now awaiting FIFA’s response to his complaint as the FKF leadership dispute continues.

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