Prolific goal scorer Andrew ‘Fimbo’ Mukasa is excited by the recognition that Sports Club Villa accorded him.
A visibly excited Mukasa, now on a complete road to full recovery from mental disorders received the Villa goal scorer of all times award and told Kawowo Sports;
I am humbled by the award. It is a special honour when people see the good things you have done when you are still alive than when talking about you when dead
Mukasa among the several personalities rewarded the historic club upon the 40 years of existence since inception.
At the club’s fete to celebrate the 40 years held at Hotel Africana in Kampala, President Yoweri Museveni Kaguta graced the event as the chief guest.
President Museveni (in yellow) accompanied by SC Villa official, FUFA President, Moses Magogo and Dennis Mbidde.
Museveni lauded the club for the organization and challenged the other teams to follow suit.
I ask the other clubs to get organized like SC Villa. I love Express and Cranes but I will give SC Villa another bus as we discuss the other things
Club President Immanuel Ben Misagga appreciated the president’s offer.
Ben Misagga at the Villa @40 celebrations
He thanked the club loyal fans, media and the well wishers for the great journey moved along with the club.
I want to revive VEK (Villa, Express and KCC) with the goal of healthy competition. I appreciated everyone whose efforts towards building a great SC Villa can never go unnoticed
Several personalities ranging from past and present club administrators, outstanding players, media, fans, sponsors and rival clubs were rewarded with certificates, medals and plaques.
The FUFA president, Moses Magogo one of the personalities recognized used the plat form to openly announce his profound love for the club.
I know everyone has a foundational club he or she might be supporting. I came to understand football through supporting SC Villa. I Congratulate the club upon the 40 years of existence
Celebrated M.C’s Andrew Patrick Luwandagga, Meddie Nsereko Ssebuliba and Patrick Kanyomozi kept the event flowing.
The Villa @ 40 Cake
Several artists provided the food of the soul at regular intervals.
Miriam ‘Mampi’ Makumpe
Rema Namakula Kenzo of the ‘Kaliba’ fame led the way. She was followed by Chris Evans, Sir Mathias Walukagga, Mary Bata, Afrigo Band and the guest Diva from Zambia – Miriam ‘Mampi’ Makumpe.
Chris Evans Performing
One notable grey area at the event was when the ordinary fans complained about the quality and quantity of food served.
James Musasiizi, an ardent fan of SC Villa since 1987 intimated to Kawowo Sports
Things have moved on well. But, there are some things that have gone amess. At such an event, you expect to eat and drink well for instance. Even some people who were supposed to be rewarded were left out.
President Museveni received the gold medal award with Rwanda’s Paul Kagame receiving the platinum award.
Sula Kato was crowned the club’s living legend as legendary striker, Majid Musisi (RIP) took home the SC Villa most outstanding player.
Musician Mathias Walukagga
Others were Lawrence Mulindwa, Jasper Aligawesa, Dennis Mbidde, Franco Mugabe, Umar Mandela and many others.
Buganda Minister of sports, Owek. Henry Ssekabembe
An unspecified amount of money was fund-raised at the dinner.
Awards:
- Gold: President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni
Platinum: President Paul Kagame
Living Legend: Sula Kato
Most Notable Player: Edgar Watson
Most Outstanding Player: Magid Musisi
Villa Jogoo Achievers’ Award: Moses Magogo
SC Villa All Time Goal Scorer: Andrew ‘Fimbo’ Mukasa
Mr Villa: Paul Hasule
SC Villa life time supporter: Dennis Ssebugwawo Mbidde
Achievements of Villa Medals: Milutin ‘Micho’ Sredojevic, Pastor Robert Kayanja, Henry Ssekabembe, Frank Mugambage, Minister Bakabulindi
Sponsors’ Plaque: Crown Beverages
Life Time Media Crew: Jane Kasumba (UBC), Kevin Aliro (Daily Monitor/ The Observer), Arinaitwe Rugendo (Red Pepper), Abu Zikusooka (Star Radio/UBC), Andrew Patrick Luwandagga (UBC)
Life Time Contributors: Hajji Umar Mandela, Franco Mugabe, Sam Tamale Kapere, Faizo Damulira, Fred ‘Guy’ Kawuma, Salim Saleh, General Kazini, Patrick Kawooya (R.I.P)
Sports Administrator’s Awards: Godfrey Luyimbazi Mugalu, Jasper Aligawesa, Lawrence Mulindwa, Godfrey Kirumira
Lifetime Supporters: Fred Muwema, Sanyu Kasoga, Siraje Mbugga, Teddy of Jinja, Salongo Mwolobi, Miracle Namalele, Siraje Kasita, Gazzaman Gaza
Current SC Villa players at the party
