Valentines is Finally Over

#ValentinesIsFinallyOver

Eric OMONDI with his girlfriend  Shantel GRAZIOLI

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A day after the much if not the most celebrated Valentines Day,Kenyans have taken to twitter in what appears to be a come back for all those who had varnished from the face of the earth or at least twitter to share their experiences.Well,if you thought this experiences are only about a huge ‘catch’ on the day when the country and especially Nairobi was painted in red then you got it all wrong.

ASYLUM SEEKERS

It appears some fellows had deserted their significant others on Valentines Day and sought for asylum elsewhere due to high expectations or say inability to meet the expectations.For this group of individuals,it was obvious that their soul mates remained adamant on the need to be taken out for a date despite being persuaded to ‘seek the kingdom first’.As a matter of fact,some churches in the city have been reported to have had a record high attendance that possibly be linked to an influx in asylum seekers who went to hid themselves ‘under the rock’.

© S Y M O H N ™ ‏@WanjoSimon 1h1 hour ago

#ValentinesIsFinallyOver and am thinking how to go about this. Sijui nimwambie haikua mm

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BACK ON DUTY

However, that is not all that was.Team Mafisi is said to be reporting back on duty today after their obvious absence yesterday.You could perhaps be wondering why would a bona-fide member of the prestigious Mafisi Sacco be on strike on the Valentine Day or at least the eve thereof?Well,the answer to this question is simple.An average member of the Sacco would probably have something in the neighborhood of tens if not hundreds of concubines.Now,bearing in mind that hyenas are often associated with greed but also indecisiveness,it was difficult and in fact untenable to have all these dates taken care of.

Machuka Wyclife ‏@Machukah 2h2 hours ago

#ValentinesIsFinallyOver Team Mafisi are back to their normal duties…

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OMONDI POPS THE QUESTION

Meanwhile,the much celebrated Kenyan comedian Eric Omondi decided to seize the opportunity yesterday to propose to his Italian girlfriend Shantel Grazioli.The proposal which took place along the Kenyan coastline is seen as a bold move by the comedian who has often been interpreted as being vague as far as disclosing his status is concerned.concerned. Grazioli arrived in the country last year at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to a well choreographed dance led by her boyfriend and is said to be planning to relocate to Kenya.

MAKE-UP IS GODLY

And finally,the iconic Winners’ Chapel Nairobi auditorium was a beehive of activities yesterday when the newly posted Resident Pastor and Regional Overseer of the East African Region whose headquarters are based in Nairobi decided to spoil the youths and singles which mouth watering delicacies at a valentines dinner held at the church facility.

Pastor Joseph Ikechwukwu won the love of the youths with his insightful message on courtship and dating but more importantly what was described as a realistic approach to life when he supported expressed support to single ladies wearing make-up saying that make up is divine urging  single men and women to look good.The outspoken pastor further threatened to lecture any youth who would fall short of expectation saying young people must endeavor to look smart.

By Jeremiah WAKAYA

 

 

Embattled Kenyan Football Boss Resigns

NAIROBI,February 10-Sam Nyamweya has stepped down from Football Kenya Federation Presidential race leaving three candidates to battle it out.

#FKFElections

He has without a doubt faced controversy at the helm of Kenya’s football governing body with accusations ranging from graft to mismanagement of the country’s football that has been attributed to the deteriorating state of Kenya’s soccer.

Despite pressure to quit,Sam Nyamweya had however remained adamant and dared his critics to challenge him at the ballot.It was not however until on Wednesday afternoon that the 62-year-old decided to bring speculation on his continuous stay at the helm of FKF when he announced his exit from the management of Kenya’s football in the presence of 77 delegates drawn from all corners of the country gathered at Nairobi’s Kasarani Stadium.

“I truly love everybody here and the institution. My decision comes out of love not hate nor pressure. Friends I care very much for FKF and football as well as its interest, which I hold very dear, that further contributed to this decision. I would like to thank those who have constructively supported me and with steadfast loyalty who have done so much for the game that we all love.”

“I dedicate the many years of football service to my lovely wife who has been with me throughout this journey and my children who have generously shared attention with the burden of responsibility to serve Kenyan football – these are the heroes that deserve your appreciation and tribute,” Nyamweya added.

This decision has know left three candidates contesting for the FKF presidency namely Nick Mwendwa(Kariobangi Sharks Chairman),Ambroce Rachier(Gor Mahia chairman) and Sammy Shollei,a former national team midfielder battling for the endorsement of the delegates.The delegetes drawn from 16 KPL clubs, six FKF-PL clubs, six National Super League clubs, two members each from 20 branches as well as a representative from coaches, players and referee Welfare Associations are also set to elect a vice president and National Executive Committee members.

It however remains to be seen whether Nyamweya my be eyeing a political seat in the upcoming national election in 2017 which has began attracting hopefuls for various elective position. “As I say goodbye to active football administration, may I remind you that farewells are not forever, nor are they the end but are simple words to mark the beginning of a transition to other things,”said Nyamweya.

A delegation from FIFA led by former CECAFA president, Leodenga Tenga, Head of Associations, Primo Corvaro and FIFA Southern and Eastern Region Development Officer, Ashford Mammelodi lead a team of observers overseeing the polls.

By Jeremiah Wakaya