Shabana FC have announced a major financial boost from their merchandise drive, highlighting the club’s rising commercial appeal as they prepare for the upcoming FKF Premier League season.
In a video shared on Facebook, Secretary General Elizaphan Kerama disclosed that the Kisii-based side raked in Ksh5 million from jersey sales during the last campaign.
“Since we started selling official jerseys last season, we managed to collect Ksh 5 million,” Kerama disclosed, describing the milestone as a crucial step in strengthening the club’s financial independence.
The surge in merchandise sales coincided with a sponsorship agreement the club sealed with a betting company at the start of the previous season.
Kerama confirmed that the money raised was channeled directly into strengthening the team, fueling one of the most active transfer windows in the league.
The Glamour Boys signed 14 new players, including established names such as KCB’s Victor Omondi, Derrick Otieno, and Daniel Kiprono, ex-Nairobi City Stars pair Wycliffe Omondi and Gilbert Abala, Bidco United’s Dan Musamali, and FC Talanta’s Eric Otieno.
Other arrivals include Byron Otieno from Kariobangi Sharks, David Odoyo from Tusker FC, Murang’a Seal’s Henry Obino, Brian Olega, and Ugandan forward Nsumbuga Bronson.
Youngsters David Obasanjo and Caleb Omondi from Kisumu All Stars, plus a signing from Gor Mahia, further bolstered the squad.
Kerama stressed that all proceeds from merchandise sales were used exclusively to cover player signings, logistics, and player welfare.
“The proceeds from the jersey sales have gone directly to team budgeting, which was squarely used in player buying during the transfer window and the logistics surrounding the entire period,” he explained.
The administrator also urged supporters to remain committed to purchasing genuine jerseys, warning against counterfeits that undermine the club’s progress.
“I want to urge our supporters to buy legit Shabana jerseys so that we can generate more revenue for the club. Fake jerseys only benefit individuals outside the team, and that denies us the resources needed to grow,” he remarked.