Will Eliud Owalo Gor Mahia fit in Raila’s shoes as K’ogalo’s patron?

• Following the passing on of Raila Odinga, Eliud Owalo Gor Mahia status as the club’s new patron is set to change the lives of young people
• He is the former ICT Cabinet Secretary
• He is now the current Deputy Chief of Staff in charge of Delivery and Government Efficiency in the Executive Office of the President of Kenya

Following the passing on of Raila Odinga, Eliud Owalo Gor Mahia status as the club’s new patron is set to change the lives of young people.

He is the former ICT Cabinet Secretary and now the current Deputy Chief of Staff in charge of Delivery and Government Efficiency in the Executive Office of the President of Kenya.

He is devoted to making K’Ogalo stand out in the FKF-PL.  Owalo has a vision for the club, which is using his foundation, Eliud Owalo Foundation to inspire young people through football.

What Plans Does Eliud Owalo Gor Mahia Have?

His immediate plans are rooted in continuity and strategic growth, building on the initiatives he already spearheaded in his previous role as deputy patron.

These include crucial contributions to the acquisition of the club’s new team bus and supporting player recruitment during the African Nations Championship (CHAN).

Looking forward, Eliud Owalo Gor Mahia has a broader vision extending beyond the pitch. Through his foundation, he plans to use sports as a tool for holistic youth empowerment.

This initiative aims to nurture talent while equipping young people with life skills and educational opportunities.

He believes that it will create a sustainable pipeline of talent for the club and for Kenya. His position in public service is expected to foster stronger partnerships and resource mobilisation for K’Ogalo’s development projects, ensuring the club remains a community-centric institution.

Who is the Chairman of Gor Mahia?

Ambrose Rachier is the Chairman of Gor Mahia. He is a lawyer and administrator with a lot of experience who has been in charge of the club for many years.

Rachier was the one who publicly declared that Owalo would be the next patron.  His long-term leadership has kept the club stable and on track, helping it be a football powerhouse in Kenya despite many setbacks.

The relationship between Chairman Rachier and Patron Owalo is an important aspect of the club’s future leadership.

Who is the Coach of Gor Mahia?

Former Ghanaian footballer Charles Akonnor is the current head coach of Gor Mahia. After his team beat Kenya Police FC 2-0 on Saturday, Akonnor lauded their calmness, tactical discipline, and deep squad.

The win not only put K’Ogalo at the top of the FKF Premier League standings with 16 points and a game in hand, but it also stopped a two-year drought of not beating Police.

The match showed that Gor Mahia was more confident and united than ever, as Akonnor’s team controlled the pace of the game with a mix of patience and accuracy.

The coach said that their calm and methodical approach was a planned strategy from the start, putting calmness ahead of speed to get a well-deserved result.

He said that he expects better days ahead with Eliud Owalo Gor Mahia position now.

What is the Story of Gor Mahia?

The story of Gor Mahia is the same as the story of Kenyan soccer.  The club was started in 1968 and is named after a famous Luo doctor.

This shows how deeply rooted it is in the Luo community.  It has won the most Premier League titles and domestic cups of any club in Kenya.

Gor Mahia was the first Kenyan club to win a continental title. They won the African Cup Winners’ Cup (now the CAF Confederation Cup) in 1987.

The club is a source of hope and identity for its huge fan following, known as the “K’Ogalo” family. The late Raila was a loyal political and financial supporter of the group.

The club is now writing its next chapter with a new patron, Eliud Owalo Gor Mahia.