The escalating leadership crisis at Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has now drawn the attention of global football authorities, with FIFA confirming it is working alongside Confederation of African Football to assess the unfolding situation.

In a formal communication dated April 26, 2026 and addressed to FKF National Executive Committee (NEC) members, FIFA acknowledged the controversial resolution reportedly passed on April 24 that sought to compel FKF President Hussein Rashid Mohammed, NEC member Abdullahi Yussuf Ibrahim, and Acting General Secretary Dennis Gicheru to step aside.

“We wish to inform you that FIFA, in coordination with CAF, is currently assessing this matter with a view to gaining a clear and accurate understanding of the circumstances surrounding the adoption of the Resolution,” part of the letter reads, underlining the seriousness of the situation.

The world governing body emphasized that the issue is being handled with urgency, stating that “this matter is being treated with due seriousness and attention,” while confirming that CAF is simultaneously conducting its own review.

FIFA’s intervention marks a significant turning point in a dispute that has rapidly evolved from internal disagreement to a full-blown governance crisis. Central to the review is whether the NEC followed due process in convening the meeting and adopting the resolution, particularly in line with constitutional provisions governing quorum, voting procedures, and the rights of affected officials.

“We kindly request the cooperation of the FKF National Executive Committee in providing information and documentation to verify whether the process leading to the provisional dismissal was conducted in accordance with the FKF Statutes,” FIFA stated.

Among the key issues raised is whether the targeted officials were accorded a fair hearing before the decision was made. “This includes clarification on how the meeting was convened, whether quorum and voting requirements were met, and whether the affected officials were duly granted their right to be heard,” the letter further notes.

In addition, FIFA has demanded a full account of the decision-making process. “We further request a detailed written justification underlying the adoption of the Resolution, together with all supporting documents, records and correspondence relied upon.”

The federation has been given a strict deadline to comply, with FIFA noting: “We would be grateful to receive the requested information by 1 May 2026 to enable FIFA and CAF to complete their assessment in a timely manner.”

The intervention comes against the backdrop of a hardening standoff within FKF, with Hussein Mohammed already dismissing the NEC resolution as unconstitutional and refusing to step aside, deepening divisions within the federation.

In a further escalation, Acting President Macdonald Mariga maintained that the NEC acted after uncovering “serious governance, financial, and constitutional violations,” confirming that agencies including the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission, Insurance Regulatory Authority, and Public Procurement Regulatory Authority, alongside FIFA and CAF have initiated investigations, while assuring partners such as SportPesa and Azam TV that FKF will continue to honor its contractual obligations.

With both FIFA and CAF now directly involved, the outcome of this review could have far-reaching implications,not only for the current leadership but also for the governance and international standing of Kenyan football.