We have no pending salary arrears, decries Shabana team manager Sani

Team Manager Elijah Sani and Communications Officer Joseph Simba have rubbished the allegations circulating online, describing them as unfounded propaganda aimed at tarnishing the club's image.

Recent reports suggested that the Glamour Boys were facing financial difficulties, with claims that players had raised concerns over delayed and unpaid salaries. However, Sani has strongly denied the allegations, terming them misleading and intended to portray the club negatively.

Speaking during a phone interview, Sani clarified the club's financial position, insisting that Shabana does not owe any player salary arrears.

"Our players are usually paid between the 12th and 19th of every month. As things stand, they have already received their previous month's salaries and bonuses. The club does not owe any player allowances because all dues have been settled," said Sani.

He further explained that the June salaries are not yet overdue since the payment window is still open.

"The salaries for this month are not yet due. Therefore, it is wrong for anyone to claim that the club has delayed payments. We have honoured all our obligations to the players," he added.

Sani also accused individuals with ill intentions of spreading the rumours in an attempt to damage the club's reputation.

"As a club, we are a strong brand. Perhaps some people want to use Shabana's name for personal gain. It is surprising that salaries which are not even due have become a major topic of discussion," he said.

His sentiments were echoed by Shabana FC Communications Officer Joseph Simba, who also described the reports as malicious.

"If Shabana delays salaries by even two days, it immediately becomes a major story. The truth is that we have no salary arrears. We have paid all salaries and allowances owed to our players. This month's salaries are due on June 19, and that deadline has not yet arrived," said Simba.

Simba further claimed that the reports were intended to damage the club's reputation and discourage prospective players from joining Shabana.

"The transfer window is open, and some of our opponents may be trying to discourage players from signing for Shabana by spreading false information. Unfortunately, this has become a major challenge in Kenyan football," he said.

At the same time, Simba acknowledged that Shabana, like many clubs across the country, is facing financial challenges.

"The reality is that almost every club in Kenya is experiencing financial difficulties, and we are no exception. We operate three teams—the senior team, the youth team, and the women's team. With a budget of KSh25 million, it is difficult to fully sustain all three teams because each requires adequate funding," he explained.