Salasya promises Kilimani, Kileleshwa homes for Kenyan footballers if elected president
Mumias East MP and 2027 presidential aspirant Peter Salasya has vowed to reward Kenya’s national football team with luxury apartments, competitive salaries, and pensions should he clinch the presidency.
The pledge came shortly after Harambee Stars pulled off a remarkable upset against two-time champions Morocco, securing a 1–0 victory at the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, in the African Nations Championship (CHAN).
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Salasya lauded the team’s performance, singling out the goalkeeper for his composure, skill, and ability to withstand pressure.
He noted that the current squad, unlike previous teams, is composed entirely of homegrown talent rather than foreign-based players who might intimidate their local counterparts. According to him, most of the players hail from Eastlands in Nairobi, and their victory reflects their hunger and readiness to seize the moment.
The legislator promised that, if elected president, all national team players would be rewarded with free apartments in upmarket areas such as Kilimani and Kileleshwa. He further assured that they would receive competitive salaries and pensions to secure their livelihoods after retirement from professional football.
“For the first time, Kenya has gotten a real goalkeeper hana pressure hana maringo kwa goal huyu England itachukuwa yeye… let us celebrate him … for the first time we do not have international players who intimidate others, they are just equal. The majority stay in Eastlando, and they know it’s their time to shine and arise. When I become president, all national team players will have free apartments in Kilimani Kileleshwa, etc, with a good salary and pension after their retirement,” he wrote.
The victory at a packed Kasarani Stadium was one of the most memorable in Kenya’s football history. Defender Ryan Ogam netted the only goal of the match in the 42nd minute, reacting quickly to a rebound after Morocco’s defence failed to clear their lines.
The Harambee Stars were reduced to ten men early in the second half when Chrispine Erambo was shown a red card following a VAR review for a high challenge.
Despite the numerical disadvantage, Kenya held firm against relentless Moroccan pressure. Goalkeeper Byrne Omondi delivered a stellar performance, pulling off crucial saves to protect the lead. The defence, marshalled by captain Dennis Ouma, blocked several dangerous attempts as the clock ticked down.
Fans inside Kasarani erupted into song and celebration at the final whistle, while social media lit up with messages praising the team’s resilience.
