A charged and fully attended meeting at City High School has set the tone for a defining moment in the history of SC Villa, as the club unveiled an ambitious financial and governance roadmap ahead of its March 22 presidential elections. At the center of proceedings was club president Hajji Farouq Meyiwa, who outlined a bold vision anchored in financial recovery, institutional stability, and continental ambition.Club leadership revealed that Villa has injected Shs1.3 billion secured from land compensation, clearing outstanding debts and restoring operational confidence.
The club also reported a healthy Shs420 million currently in the bank, bolstered by a Shs540 million annual sponsorship deal from Linglong. The renewed financial muscle, officials said, positions the record Ugandan champions to compete sustainably both domestically and on the African stage.Hajji confirmed he will seek reelection, citing calls from colleagues and supporters to extend his stewardship. “I did not initially intend to return, but I was persuaded to serve five more years to help build a Villa that will stand strong for the next 50 years,” he told members, urging unity and collective responsibility.
While some members proposed scrapping elections in favor of continuity, the chairperson firmly insisted on due process, emphasizing that transparent voting remains essential to good governance.However, the Shs100 million non refundable nomination fee for presidential aspirants has sparked debate. Hajji Farouq Meyiwa, one of the contestants, acknowledged he can afford to pay the amount but criticized it as exclusionary.
Speaking to Record Radio during the Sunday Show, he said he would pay the fee “under protest,” arguing that the high cost risks locking out capable leaders with transformative ideas but limited financial means. He also encouraged fans to register as members to secure their voting rights.With membership set at an annual fee of Shs50,000 offering benefits such as jerseys and trustee registration, the club is mobilizing its base ahead of the polls. Nomination forms are now available, with the process closing on March 7, 2026. As anticipation builds, SC Villa stands at a crossroads: fortified by fresh capital yet navigating questions of inclusivity, governance, and the future direction of one of East Africa’s most storied football institutions.
