Shabana secure monumental medical support promise from Nairobi businessman

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FKFPL Shabana secure monumental medical support promise from Nairobi businessman

Festus Chuma 11:45 - 11.10.2023

Nairobi businessman Dr. Eliud Seme pledges medical support to Shabana FC following their Premier League promotion, boosting team morale and community spirit.

Nairobi-based entrepreneur and medical professional, Dr. Eliud Seme, has extended a substantial promise of medical aid to Shabana FC.

Tore Bobe, reveling in the excitement following their maiden victory against Tusker, was recently hosted by Seme at the Expressway Lounge located on Mombasa Road.

During this celebratory gathering, the businessman made his noteworthy commitment to the thriving football club.

"I promise that I will support you as the club. I am a doctor and want to assure you that if there will be any medicine that will be required by a team member, my company will provide," he said.

Seme’s substantial pledge comes at a pivotal time for Shabana FC, which is witnessing a resurgence after nearly two decades away from top-tier action. The club not only garnered promotion but also enjoys enthusiastic backing from its robust fan base spread across Kisii, Nyamira Counties, and throughout Kenya.

Shabana FC’s fans, known for their zeal and passion, have long awaited the club’s triumphant return to the Premier League, a domain historically dominated by powerhouses like Gor Mahia and AFC Leopards.

“The whole community is behind them, and the boys have made us proud, and that is why we want to extend them further support and we will be hosting them while in Nairobi,” Dr. Seme added enthusiastically.

In response to their club’s ascent, Shabana supporters in Nairobi have organized into estate-based fan groups. These dedicated groups not only mobilize fellow fans but also garner resources essential for attending matches, even those held at the distant Raila Odinga Homa Bay Stadium, Shabana’s home ground during their stadium's ongoing maintenance.

This escalating support is not confined to the fan base. Shabana FC is currently basking in widespread endorsement from various quarters, including the political elite from both Kisii and Nyamira, the broader community, local business magnates, and individual supporters.

Expressing gratitude for the unwavering support, Peterson Onchong’a, the Secretary-General for Shabana FC, Nairobi Region, acknowledged the fans’ steadfast commitment during the club’s fluctuating fortunes.

“They didn’t stop supporting the team when the results were not good enough. We urge them to keep turning up in large numbers and support the team; this matters a lot to boost the morale of the team,” articulated Onchong’a.

The businessman’s promise to provide medical support introduces a much-needed safety net for the club’s players, ensuring they receive immediate and necessary medical attention whenever required.

This medical backing is anticipated to not only safeguard the players’ health but also contribute significantly to their overall performance and morale on the field.