First it was Frasha and Gor Mahia’s Captain Jerim Onyango is bidding Farewell to the team to go and join politics

Long serving Gor Mahia captain Jerim Onyango has hung his boots to go and pursue politics.

He joins the likes of other celebrities like Frasha and Cannibal who in the recent past have announced intentions to pursue politics. Frasha has actually started off his journey having announced his intention to vie for the MCA seat in Athi River, Machakos County.

Jerim Onyango is also looking to clinch the same seat but in Ugunja, Siaya county which happens to be his home area.

Jerim Onyango with ministry of sports officials
Jerim Onyango receives an award from the Ministry of Sports officials.

He bid farewell to the Gor Mahia fraternity is this touching message:

It’s my pleasure to take a moment to say a big word of – THANK YOU – to Gor Mahia fraternity. There comes a time when a player has to retire from active football and I am no exception as I had to do that after nine years at the club.”

“I honestly and will truly treasure all the moments we shared in the club because all through those nine seasons, I achieved what I would have yearned for as a player in local football.

“First, my appreciation goes to the Gor Mahia FC for believing in me in all those nine years where I offered my services as a goalkeeper. Gor Mahia made me who I am and for that, I owe the club a great deal. THANK YOU.

“To my team mates, thanks for the good and bad times we shared together as a team. The hard work and discipline that saw us achieve what was admired by many should continue because success is all you can be proud of as a player. Whatever you achieve in your career will go a long way in life.”

“To all Gor Mahia fans, a big thank you for the role you play within Gor Mahia circles. You are a true picture of what fans should be to a team. Your massive support is a huge element in every step the team makes and I am urging you to keep the fire burning. Be close to the team and support all players all through no matter what the situation is.”

“To my family and relatives, thanks a lot for the big support you’ve offered all through my football career,” he concluded.

Ghafla wishes him well in his new endeavours.

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