The former Tusker defender, who joined Nyasa Big Bullets in 2023, has been appointed the new club captain for the 2025 season.
Harambee Stars defender Clyde Senaji has been named as the new FCB Nyasa Big Bullets captain, the club has now confirmed.
Head coach Peter Mponda appointed the former Tusker defender after previously holding the role of vice-captain in 2024, under the leadership of then-coach Kalisto Pasuwa.
Senaji had been wearing the armband during the 2025 pre-season friendly matches, which concluded on Sunday. Now, Mponda has solidified his role, entrusting him to lead the squad as they head into the new campaign.
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Speaking on the club website, Mponda highlighted the Kenyan’s leadership skills and experience as key factors.
“Clyde Senaji will be our captain. It wasn’t a difficult choice—he’s highly experienced and has strong leadership qualities.
“Having served as vice-captain last season, he’s already familiar with the responsibility. We wanted someone capable of leading both on and off the pitch, and we’re confident he’s the man for the job.
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“As a leader, he’ll inspire his teammates to give their all for the badge,” the Bullets gaffer added.
Mponda also announced midfielder Lloyd Aaron as the new vice-captain, expressing confidence in his capability to take on the responsibility.
“Lloyd Aaron is the vice-captain. His leadership was evident when he wore the armband in Sunday’s game against Blue Eagles. He took charge and proved he’s the ideal choice. He’ll work alongside Senaji to guide the team,” Mponda added.
Born on July 10, 1996, in Kariokor, Kenya, Senaji, who last featured for Harambee Stars against Ivory Coast in June 2024, joined Nyasa Big Bullets in 2023.
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The former defender played a pivotal role in their quadruple-winning season, contributing to victories in the FDH Bank Cup, TNM Super League, Castel Challenge Cup, and Airtel Top 8.
With a contract running until February 2026. Senaji is known for his composure under pressure, as demonstrated in a decisive penalty shootout during the Castel Challenge Cup semifinal.
