Fufa team pegged on reconciliation
Nov 29, 2009
FUFA’s new executive has been applauded as a team that can lift the game to a new level. So what is it that makes the new team tick? James Bakama, Swalley Kenyi and Frank Mugabi examine the strengths of the new appointees and also delve into the reasons why some members of the old team were dropped.
Anthony Kimuli (Finance)
A highly trained accountant, Kimuli will not only strengthen FUFA’s treasury, but will also bring a new dimension to grassroots development.
He has been very passionate about development of youth football in Wakiso district. In his manifesto he promised to get a sponsor for all first division referees in Wakiso.
Together with the likes of Patrick Isiagi, he played a key role in KCC’s rise to the 2007 Super League title.
Kimuli’s appointment is also viewed as a reconciliatory move by Mulindwa, given the accountant’s closeness to Isiagi, a one time FUFA presidential aspirant.
Livingstone Kyambadde
(Technical)
The former KCC, Bell and Coffee defender is one of Uganda’s longest serving and most respected youth coaches. He has served as Buganda Coaches Association chairman, delegate for coaches and secretary of the coaches body.
Through his Wolves youth programme, Kyambadde has groomed stars like Geoffrey Sserunkuma, James Magala and Nanik Muzamil.
“Stone†as Kyambadde is popularly known, caught Mulindwa’s eye in 2007 when he led Uganda’s U-17 team to runners-up position in the CECAFA championship. He followed this up with a CECAFA title in Sudan this year. “I’ll strive to bring quality,†he promised after being appointed.
Jackson Tushabe
(Competitions)
His re-appointment is hinged on his sober mind. It’s because of his leadership skills that there is calm in the previously rebellious Super Division Clubs Association. He has on several times reconciled clashing clubs.
The senior UPDF officer, commonly referred to as Col. Bell, is also a vital link between the federation and the forces.
Jowali Kyeyago (Admin.)
His appointment from finance to administration is more of a wake up call. Many believe that Kyeyago didn’t deliver in his previous office. His critics quote the case of financial impropriety that FUFA is currently battling in court.
The 2008 CECAFA championship is cited as one of the assignments that Kyeyago almost jumbled up. His return is attributed to his parliamentary connections and eastern Uganda influence. He played a key role in convincing parliament to contribute sh33m to the Cranes.
Patrick Egwel (Youth)
The Kampala International University lecturer stands out for his loyalty. He is said to be one of the reasons northern Uganda has fully backed Mulindwa. He however has a tough task in mobilising the youth.
Chris Kalibbala (Women)
Kalibbala brings vast experience having served in four earlier federations. He also comes on board as western region’s replacement for outgoing vice president administration Richard Barigye.
That the position is not constitutionally restricted to a woman office holder, played to Kalibbala’s favour.
Dropped Vice Presidents
Justus Mugisha (Youth)
Mugisha was at the start of Mulindwa’s first term one of the president’s strongest allies. But not even this could save him when it came to appointment of the new team. He failed to reach the bar in what is regarded as the most crucial sector of the federation.
Florence Nkalubo (Women)
Fell out with the federation in the final months of the last executive. She got the executive with its pants down in one of the weekly press conferences when she accused FUFA of under funding her department.
She was also accused of not delivering in the revival of women football and also leaking confidential executive information.
Richard Barigye (Admin.)
Everyone saw Barigye’s exit coming. His district was first suspended for failing to organise a league. He then lost in the delegates’ election and reportedly almost jumbled up the recruitment of a chief executive officer.
Anthony Kimuli (Finance)
A highly trained accountant, Kimuli will not only strengthen FUFA’s treasury, but will also bring a new dimension to grassroots development.
He has been very passionate about development of youth football in Wakiso district. In his manifesto he promised to get a sponsor for all first division referees in Wakiso.
Together with the likes of Patrick Isiagi, he played a key role in KCC’s rise to the 2007 Super League title.
Kimuli’s appointment is also viewed as a reconciliatory move by Mulindwa, given the accountant’s closeness to Isiagi, a one time FUFA presidential aspirant.
Livingstone Kyambadde
(Technical)
The former KCC, Bell and Coffee defender is one of Uganda’s longest serving and most respected youth coaches. He has served as Buganda Coaches Association chairman, delegate for coaches and secretary of the coaches body.
Through his Wolves youth programme, Kyambadde has groomed stars like Geoffrey Sserunkuma, James Magala and Nanik Muzamil.
“Stone†as Kyambadde is popularly known, caught Mulindwa’s eye in 2007 when he led Uganda’s U-17 team to runners-up position in the CECAFA championship. He followed this up with a CECAFA title in Sudan this year. “I’ll strive to bring quality,†he promised after being appointed.
Jackson Tushabe
(Competitions)
His re-appointment is hinged on his sober mind. It’s because of his leadership skills that there is calm in the previously rebellious Super Division Clubs Association. He has on several times reconciled clashing clubs.
The senior UPDF officer, commonly referred to as Col. Bell, is also a vital link between the federation and the forces.
Jowali Kyeyago (Admin.)
His appointment from finance to administration is more of a wake up call. Many believe that Kyeyago didn’t deliver in his previous office. His critics quote the case of financial impropriety that FUFA is currently battling in court.
The 2008 CECAFA championship is cited as one of the assignments that Kyeyago almost jumbled up. His return is attributed to his parliamentary connections and eastern Uganda influence. He played a key role in convincing parliament to contribute sh33m to the Cranes.
Patrick Egwel (Youth)
The Kampala International University lecturer stands out for his loyalty. He is said to be one of the reasons northern Uganda has fully backed Mulindwa. He however has a tough task in mobilising the youth.
Chris Kalibbala (Women)
Kalibbala brings vast experience having served in four earlier federations. He also comes on board as western region’s replacement for outgoing vice president administration Richard Barigye.
That the position is not constitutionally restricted to a woman office holder, played to Kalibbala’s favour.
Dropped Vice Presidents
Justus Mugisha (Youth)
Mugisha was at the start of Mulindwa’s first term one of the president’s strongest allies. But not even this could save him when it came to appointment of the new team. He failed to reach the bar in what is regarded as the most crucial sector of the federation.
Florence Nkalubo (Women)
Fell out with the federation in the final months of the last executive. She got the executive with its pants down in one of the weekly press conferences when she accused FUFA of under funding her department.
She was also accused of not delivering in the revival of women football and also leaking confidential executive information.
Richard Barigye (Admin.)
Everyone saw Barigye’s exit coming. His district was first suspended for failing to organise a league. He then lost in the delegates’ election and reportedly almost jumbled up the recruitment of a chief executive officer.