Simon Towett Maritim v Jotham Muiruri Kibaru [2006] KECA 54 (KLR)
- Court
- Court of Appeal
- Case number
- 54
- Citation
- [2006] KECA 54 (KLR)
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TypeCivil AppealPostureAppeal from the judgment of the High Court of Kenya at NakuruCoramS.E.O. BOSIRE, E. O. O’KUBASU, E. M. GITHINJI
Holding
The appeal is unmeritorious and dismissed with costs to the respondent.
Facts
The respondent filed a suit against the appellant seeking a declaration that the Land Control Board consent, transfer and issue of Title No. Kericho/Chesinende/SS/97 was unlawful and null and void, and for eviction and damages. The appellant claimed he was the registered owner of the land.
Issues
- Validity of the Land Control Board consent, transfer and issue of Title No. Kericho/Chesinende/SS/97
- Fraudulent acquisition of the land by the appellant
Reasoning
The court found that the registration of the appellant as the proprietor of the suit land was tainted with fraud, as all necessary documents for the registration were forgeries. The court held that the entire transaction was fraudulent and null and void.
Outcome
Appeal dismissed
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