Power struggle engulfs FKF as President and Vice President clash over alleged coup attempt

A political storm has erupted within the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) after President Hussein Mohamed accused his Vice President, McDonald Mariga, of attempting to orchestrate a coup within the country’s football governing body.

Appearing before a parliamentary sports committee, Mohamed alleged that Mariga attempted to seize control of the federation during a recent trip to Kampala, Uganda, where both officials attended an AFCON 2027 workshop two weeks ago.

According to Mohamed, what was intended to be a routine development engagement instead became the setting for an internal power struggle that has now spilt into public view.

He told lawmakers that the alleged attempt was aimed at undermining the current leadership structure of FKF.

Mariga, a former Kenya international and widely respected figure in Kenyan football, has since reportedly declared himself “acting president” of the federation—despite Mohamed insisting he remains the duly elected and sitting president.

The competing claims have thrown FKF into fresh turmoil, raising questions about governance, authority, and stability at the top of Kenyan football administration.

The situation has also sparked concern within parliamentary circles, where members are seeking clarity on the legitimacy of both positions being asserted.

The dispute comes at a sensitive time for Kenyan football, with preparations for continental competitions ongoing and the federation under pressure to maintain unity and direction.

As it stands, neither side has shown signs of backing down, setting the stage for what could become a prolonged institutional standoff unless higher authorities intervene to restore order within the FKF leadership structure.