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07 Sep 2020

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Sven Yidah signing his contract at Nairobi City Stars on Mon 7 Sep 2020

Sven Yidah arrives from Sharks

Patrick September 7, 2020

Defensive midfielder Sven Yidah Lusigi has joined Nairobi City Stars on a two-year deal from Kariobangi Sharks.

Sven, who shaped his early football at the famous Ligi Ndogo before crossing over to Sharks in 2016, becomes the second player to join the senior team rank following after striker Erick Ombija.

The two add on to the earlier signed youngsters Rowland Makati from Vapor Sports, Timothy Ouma from Laiser Hill Academy, Ronney Kola Oyaro from Kenya School of Government (KSG) and keeper Elvis Ochieng Ochoro from Hakati Sportiff, all roped in as developmental players.

Speaking after his unveiling at City Stars offices on Monday, Sven, a Kenya U23 player said;

“I am happy to join Nairobi City Stars. They have an ambitious project and I am eager to play a part in making it a success,”

“I will also be joining my former teammates (Ebrima) Sanneh, Shittu (Salim Abdalla) and Wycliffe (Otieno) who also played a huge role in convincing me to be part of this project. I promise work hard and to be full committed every day and any day.”

Team coordinator Samson Otieno had this to say on the arriving Sven;

“His defensive acumen were a great attraction to us and he was our number choice. We are glad he has taken his position ahead of a long list of interested players,”

“The experience he carries from Kariobangi Sharks will be of great value to City Stars. I welcome him on board.”

Sven, with 97 Kenyan Premier League (KPL) appearances with Sharks from the 2017 season, will don significant jersey no. 18 at City Stars – same as he had at Sharks.

18 denotes his birth date as well as that of his daughter, and its the jersey number that was owned by club legend Arthur Museve from the 2006/7 season all through to his retirement at the close of the 2018/19 season.

Sven Yidah unveiled at Nairobi City Stars on Mon 7 Sep 2020

Sven Yidah with Nairobi City Stars team coordinator Samson Otieno during his unveiling on Mon 7 Sep 2020

Sven Yidah with Nairobi City Stars CEO Patrick Korir during his unveiling on Mon 7 Sep 2020

06 Sep 2020

Patrick NCS, Team News Permalink

Jonathan Jackson with Radull Live host Carol Radull on Sat 5 Sep 2020

Chair Jonathan Jackson attends Radull Live

Patrick September 6, 2020

On Saturday 5 Sep 2020, Nairobi City Stars chairperson Jonathan Jackson made his debut on Radull Live where he was hosted by Carol Radull.

On the show, Jonathan, the founder of Jonathan Jackson Foundation (JJF) who bankroll City Stars in full, discussed topical issues surrounding the club; from players to the wish to own a stadium.

Missed the show? Visit the link below and take a listen on how the interactive show eked out.

https://www.facebook.com/RadullLive/

Jonathan Jackson with Radull Live host Carol Radull on Sat 5 Sep 2020

Jonathan Jackson at Rradull Live on Sat 5 Sep 2020

Jonathan Jackson with Radull Live host Carol Radull on Sat 5 Sep 2020

Jonathan Jackson at Rradull Live on Sat 5 Sep 2020

04 Sep 2020

Patrick NCS, Team News Permalink

Eric Ombija during his unveiling on Fri 4 Sep 2020

Ombija joins City Stars

Patrick September 4, 2020

Striker Erick Ombija, 25, has joined Nairobi City Stars from champions Gor Mahia on a two-year deal.

Ombija becomes the latest arrival at Nairobi City Stars, and the fifth in the current transfer window after youngsters Rowland Makati from Vapor Sports, Timothy Ouma from Laiser Hill Academy, Ronney Kola Oyaro from Kenya School of Government (KSG) and keeper Elvis Ochieng Ochoro from Hakati Sportiff.

Ombija has an envious scoring record having scored 11 times in the National Super League (NSL) in the 2018 season and 17 goals in the ended 2019/20 season while on loan from Gor Mahia.

“He’s a proven goal scorer and is a good addition and firepower to our striking department,”

“He has been a long term target and we are happy to welcome him to Simba wa Nairobi.He gives us extra options upfront and is a great boost to the team.” said team coordinator Samson Otieno

Prior to departing to his homeland in Taita Taveta after putting pen to paper, Ombija shared his reasons in joining Simba wa Nairobi;

“My aim was to play the 2020/21 season through hard and support from the entire Coast Stima family,”

“My decision to join City Stars comes at the right time and I am glad to join the Lions Pride and be part of a team which will challenge the for the title,”

“I am happy to join the likes of Muki (Anthony Kimani), Pinchez (Peter Opiyo), (Oliver) Maloba and many more talented players at City Stars.” said Ombija.

Ombija will don his favorite jersey no. 24 and will be contesting for the No. 9 position with Gambian marksman Ebrima Sanneh, Ezekiel Odera, Kaimosi High alumnus Davis Agesa and teenager Vincent Jamaica Otieno.

Eric Ombija with club coordinator Samson Otieno during his unveiling on Fri 4 Sep 2020

Eric Ombija with club CEO Patrick Korir during his unveiling on Fri 4 Sep 2020

Eric Ombija with club CEO Patrick Korir during his unveiling on Fri 4 Sep 2020

Eric Ombija during his unveiling on Fri 4 Sep 2020

03 Sep 2020

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Nairobi City Stars — Elvis Ochieng Ochoro during his unveiling at City Stars on Thur 3 Sep 2020

Keeper Elvis boards from Hakati

Patrick September 3, 2020

Teenage keeper Elvis Ochieng Ochoro, 18, has joined Nairobi City Stars’ goal keeping department.

Elvis, who spent his formative football years at Makadara Junior League, joins from regional league side Hakati Sportiff.

The promising keeper, who spent four months at the famed Generation Foot Academy in Dakar, Senegal in 2019, joins City Stars on a long term deal and becomes the fourth singing after Rowland Makati from Vapor Sports, Timothy Ouma from Laiser Hill Academy and Ronney Kola Oyaro from Kenya School of Government (KSG)

“Elvis is one young keeper full of talent and is here to learn from keeper trainer Zachary Onyango and the custodians in the senior team,”

“His plan is long term and we have no doubt in a few years he will grow into a top keeper. We welcome him to City Stars.” said team coordinator Samson Otieno

The young lad is now looking forward to seize the chance to grow his game to a point he can command games.

“It’s a dream come true to join a club like City Stars. I want to learn from the best and up my game through this God-given platform,”

“I appreciate the chance and opportunity and promise to grow through the ranks in the near future.” said Elvis

Elvis Ochieng Ochoro with club CEO Patrick Korir and former coach at Makadara Junior League and Hakati Stanley Achima during his unveiling at City Stars on Thur 3 Sep 2020

Elvis Ochieng Ochoro with club coordinator Samson Otieno during his unveiling at City Stars on Thur 3 Sep 2020

Elvis Ochieng Ochoro with club CEO Patrick Korirduring his unveiling at City Stars on Thur 3 Sep 2020

01 Sep 2020

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Kola arrives from KSG

Patrick September 1, 2020

Defensive midfielder Ronney Kola Oyaro, 20, is the latest arrival at Nairobi City Stars.

Kola makes the big leap from lower tier side Kenya School of Government (KSG), a club that made the semis of the Nairobi region Chapa Dimba na Safaricom finals held in February 2020 at Jamhuri High School.

Kola becomes the third signing at Simba wa Nairobi in the current transfer window after Rowland Makati from Vapor Sports and Timothy Ouma from Laiser Hill Academy.

The three are the fresh entrants to a band of five developmental players being roped in for the upcoming season.

“Ronny has very impressive midfield defensive qualities that our scouts noted while he was playing at Chapa Dimba,”

“He is a good addition to our setup and we are now giving him a platform to further develop his skills at City Stars. We welcome him on board.” said team coordinator Samson Otieno

Speaking soon after his unveiling, Rooney said;

“It has been my dream to feature for a big club and it therefore excites me to join City Stars,”

“First is to thank KSG for nurturing my skills over time and I want to make full use of the chance granted to me by City Stars to up my game to the highest level. I thank them for handing me this rare opportunity.”

Rooney Kola Oyaro and City Stars team coordinator during his unveiling at the club offices on Tue 1 Sep 2020

Rooney Kola Oyaro//Nairobi City Stars

Rooney Kola Oyaro//Nairobi City Stars

Rooney Kola Oyaro//Nairobi City Stars

Rooney Kola Oyaro with Nairobi City Stars CEO on Tue 1 Sep 2020