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Athletics Kenya has fully thrown its weight behind Youth Director, , for the elective position of First Vice President for the upcoming elections set to be held on April 24, 2025.
Korir, who already serves the federation as an executive member, was made the Deputy Chef de Mission of Team Kenya to the having previously served as the Chef de Mission of the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games.
AK President Lt Gen (Rtd) has exuded confidence in Korir, believing in his ability and capacity to serve the Kenyan Olympics body effectively for the next four years.
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Why Athletics Kenya nominated Barnaba Korir
“The entire executive of Athletics Kenya is united in our decision to nominate Barnaba Korir for the post of first vice president of the National Olympic Committee of Kenya,” Athletics Kenya president Lt Gen (Rtd) Jack Tuwei said.
“For over two decades, he has been crucial in helping Kenyan athletes grow and succeed in major competitions worldwide. “
Tuwei further highlighted Korir’s hands-on role in organizing major local and international events hosted in Kenya, noting his instrumental involvement in high-profile competitions such as the , the World Athletics Cross Country Tour Gold – Sirikwa Classic, the Nairobi City Marathon, and the ISF World School Cross Country Championship.
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“We are confident NOCK will greatly benefit from Mr Korir’s strong capacity building, excellent organisational skills and vast network of professionals from around the world. This nomination reflects our collective belief in his ability to serve.”
Commenting on his endorsement by the Athletics Kenya Executive Committee, Korir pledged to advance collaboration with all federations if elected for the position.
“I’d like to thank my colleagues for this vote of confidence and nomination, which I accept with humility and gratitude.
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“Athletics Kenya is a key member of NOCK, and our mutual working relations and cooperation go back many years. I pledge to build on the success story already achieved at Athletics Kenya by sharing our best practices with other member federations of NOCK for the mutual benefit of all members, athletes, federations, sponsors, the government, the corporate world and the Olympic Movement at large.”
With a rich track record of empowering youth talent and steering flagship sporting events, Korir’s endorsement by Athletics Kenya sets the stage for what could be a highly influential leadership tenure within NOCK.
