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Eliud Owalo

Also known as: former Cabinet Secretary Eliud Owalo · Patron Eliud Owalo · Gor Mahia patron

Eliud Owalo — former ICT Cabinet Secretary and Gor Mahia patron who launched the People's Prosperity Party for the 2027 presidential election.

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  1. July 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    Why Spiro Kenya partnered with champs Gor Mahia By Derrick Otieno July 14, 2026 01:11 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Gor Mahia patron Eliud Owalo shakes hands with Spiro officials Audio By Vocalize As Gor

    Why Spiro Kenya partnered with champs Gor Mahia
  3. Capital News

    NAIROBI, Kenya July 8 – Former ICT Cabinet Secretary Eliud Owalo on Wednesday officially declared his bid for the presidency in the 2027 General Election after unveiling the People’s Prosperity Party (PPP) and announcing that he will seek the party’s presidential ticket.

    Owalo reveals 2027 plan as he unveils new party
  4. Citizen Digital

    Owalo promises economic liberation as he unveils political party By Erick Owenga July 08, 2026 01:32 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Former Cabinet Secretary Eliud Owalo has unveiled a new

    Owalo promises economic liberation as he unveils political party
  5. June 2026
  6. Citizen Digital

    Eliud Owalo as substantive Patron without a legally existing Board of Trustees to approve the decision.

    Conundrum as Sports Registrar orders Gor Mahia's Rachier out of office
  7. Citizen Digital

    Overseeing the ceremony was club patron Eliud Owalo, who watched on as Plascon Managing Director Kota Enami and Gor Mahia chairman Ambrose Rachier put pen to paper.

    Gor Mahia secure Ksh.30 million sponsorship deal
  8. Citizen Digital

    Owalo: Gor Mahia’s true test lies in continental success By Jackson Kilonzi June 03, 2026 06:53 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Gor Mahia patron Eliud Owalo says the club must now be judge

    Owalo: Gor Mahia’s true test lies in continental success
  9. The Standard

    Having already pocketed Sh15 million in prize money, which marked the highest champions’ reward in the history of the Kenyan Premier League, yesterday the club patron Eliud Owalo gave Charles Akonnor’s side Sh1 million as a token of appreciation.

    Gor urged to replicate 1987 feat in Champs League
  10. Citizen Digital

    Gor patron Owalo hints at squad changes ahead of CAF-CL return By Milton Ochieng June 02, 2026 09:42 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Gor Mahia FC players, joined by former Cabinet Secretary Eliud Owalo, for

    Gor patron Owalo hints at squad changes ahead of CAF-CL return
  11. Citizen Digital

    Elated Owalo backs Gor Mahia to shine on CAF-CL return By Derrick Otieno June 02, 2026 07:56 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Kenya Premeir League champions Gor Mahia patron Eliud Owalo ple

    Elated Owalo backs Gor Mahia to shine on CAF-CL return
  12. May 2026
  13. Citizen Digital

    League clubs resolve to form Transition Committee, eye return of KPL Ltd By Brian Ouma May 28, 2026 06:21 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Gor Mahia FC players, joined by former Cabinet Secretary Eliud Owalo

    FKF Premier League clubs resolve to form Transition Committee, eye return of KPL Ltd

Tuesday 14 July

  1. Spiro Kenya partners with Gor Mahia as sponsors line up

    Spiro Kenya, Africa's largest electric mobility company, has signed a sponsorship partnership with Gor Mahia, Kenya's most decorated club, as the club prepares for continental club championships. Deputy country head Raymond Kitunga said the company was drawn to Gor Mahia's transformation into an elite African club and its rich history and fan base.

    14 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 8 July

  1. Owalo launches People's Prosperity Party, declares 2027 presidential bid

    Former ICT Cabinet Secretary Eliud Owalo officially announced his candidacy for the 2027 presidency on the People's Prosperity Party (PPP) ticket, pledging economic transformation and tax cuts including reducing personal income tax from 35 percent to 20 percent and VAT on essentials from 16 percent to 10 percent.

    8 July 2026 · Capital News

  2. Owalo unveils People's Prosperity Party, promises economic liberation

    Former Cabinet Secretary Eliud Owalo has launched a new political party, the People's Prosperity Party (PPP), positioning his platform around economic liberation and pledging to tackle poverty, corruption, and heavy taxation if elected in next year's polls.

    8 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 12 June

  1. Sports Registrar orders Gor Mahia to hold fresh elections immediately

    The Sports Registrar has issued a directive ordering Gor Mahia FC to immediately announce fresh elections after declaring that Chairman Ambrose Rachier's eight-year term has expired. The club has been given a maximum of two weeks to submit an election notice to avoid legal consequences for contravening sports governance laws.

    12 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 5 June

  1. Gor Mahia secures 30 million shilling sponsorship with Kansai Plascon

    Kenya Premier League champions Gor Mahia have signed a renewed three-year sponsorship deal worth Ksh 30 million with Kansai Plascon Kenya Limited, up from their previous Ksh 5 million arrangement. The agreement includes annual payments of Ksh 7 million with 10 percent increases in years two and three, plus minimum Ksh 1.5 million support for CAF Champions League participation.

    5 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 3 June

  1. Gor Mahia patron urges continental success after local dominance

    Gor Mahia patron Eliud Owalo says the club's true test lies in continental performance, challenging the squad to replicate their 1987 African Cup Winners' Cup win after clinching a record-extending 22nd Kenya Premier League title.

    3 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Gor Mahia urged to match 1987 CAF Cup triumph

    After winning a record 22nd SPL title, Gor Mahia qualified for the CAF Champions League next season. Club patron Eliud Owalo challenged the players to replicate the 1987 CAF Cup Winners Cup victory.

    3 June 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 2 June

  1. Gor Mahia patron signals squad reinforcements for CAF Champions League

    Gor Mahia patron Eliud Owalo has hinted at significant squad changes ahead of their CAF Champions League return, saying the technical bench is working on player recommendations to strengthen areas needed for continental competition.

    2 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Gor Mahia patron Owalo pledges support for CAF Champions League campaign

    Gor Mahia patron Eliud Owalo hosted the Premier League champions at a luncheon to celebrate their season and qualification for next season's CAF Champions League, presenting the squad with one million Kenya shillings and pledging further support.

    2 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 28 May

  1. FKF Premier League clubs establish transition committee for 2026/27

    FKF Kenya Premier League clubs have resolved to establish a Transition League Management Committee to oversee the top flight league starting the 2026/27 season. The move follows discussions among league chairpersons and aims to pursue structural, administrative, and governance reforms while exploring a return to independent league management.

    28 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 20 May

  1. Owalo calls for removal of 8% VAT on petroleum products

    Former Deputy Chief of Staff Eliud Owalo has proposed scrapping or reducing the 8 per cent VAT on petroleum products to ease Kenya's economic hardship, arguing that lower fuel prices would stimulate the economy and offset revenue losses. He also called for temporary caps on oil marketers' margins during economic crises and the establishment of a national Strategic Petroleum Reserve.

    20 May 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 13 May

  1. Former Harambee Stars midfielder Allan Thigo cremated in Kisumu

    Allan Thigo, a Gor Mahia legend and former Harambee Stars midfielder who scored 88 goals for the club, was cremated on Wednesday at the Hindu Crematorium in Kisumu following his death last Saturday. A memorial service was held at Mama Grace Onyango Hall where family and friends gathered to bid the footballer goodbye; Thigo had been battling cancer since 2023.

    13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 10 May

  1. Gor Mahia legend Allan Thigo dies after 13-year career

    Allan Thigo, a legendary Gor Mahia attacking midfielder known as the "90-minute man," has died. Thigo played for Gor Mahia for 13 years between 1970–1982, scored 88 goals for the club, earned 86 caps for Kenya's national team, and led Gor Mahia to an unbeaten league title in 1976 and the 1979 African Cup Winners' Cup final as player-coach.

    10 May 2026 · Capital News

  2. Football legend Allan Thigo to be cremated within 72 hours

    Kenyan football legend Allan Thigo, former Harambee Stars and Gor Mahia midfielder, died on Saturday at age 74 after a long battle with cancer. His family has confirmed he will be cremated within 72 hours in accordance with his final wishes, with his body to be transported from Bungoma to Kisumi for the final rites.

    10 May 2026 · The Standard

Monday 4 May

  1. Former ICT CS Owalo declares 2027 presidential bid, pledges tax reform

    Eliud Owalo, former Information Communication and Technology Cabinet Secretary and Deputy Chief of Staff, has officially declared his intention to contest for the presidency in the 2027 General Election. He outlined an economic agenda centered on tax reforms and addressing unemployment, high taxation, and rising public debt, insisting he will remain in the race and not step down for any other candidate.

    4 May 2026 · Capital News

Tuesday 28 April

  1. Gor Mahia skipper credits preparation for Mashemeji Derby win

    Gor Mahia captain Alpha Onyango, who scored the winning goal in the Mashemeji Derby, attributed the victory to proper planning and coordinated teamwork. Onyango said the technical bench instructed the team to stay focused throughout the match and credited his teammates' combined effort for the success.

    28 April 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 24 April

  1. Gor Mahia offered 1 million shillings to beat AFC Leopards

    Gor Mahia have been promised a one million shilling cash reward if they beat arch-rivals AFC Leopards in a Kenya Premier League title race clash at Nyayo Stadium on Sunday, with Club Patron Eliud Owalo confirming the incentive is only for a win. The encounter is decisive for the championship, with Gor leading on 58 points and Leopards second on 55 points.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital

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