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Peter G.N. Ng’ang’a v Daniel Gichanga Kariuki (T/A Watts Enterprises (Firm) & another [2015] KECA 694 (KLR)

[2015] KECA 694 (KLR) Court of Appeal
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Court
Court of Appeal
Case number
694
Citation
[2015] KECA 694 (KLR)
Decided
22 May 2015
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TypeCivil AppealPostureAppeal from the High Court's ruling on a declaration and injunctionCoramP.N. Waki, G.B.M. Kariuki, W. Ouko
Holding

The Court of Appeal dismissed the appeal, finding no merit in the appellant's claims and concluding that the High Court had jurisdiction to hear the matter.

Facts

The appellant, Peter G.N. Ng’ang’a, brought an action against the respondents, Daniel Gichanga Kariuki (T/A Watts Enterprises) and National Bank of Kenya Ltd, for a declaration regarding a charge on his property. The respondents threatened to sell the property, prompting the appellant to seek an injunction.

Issues

  1. Validity of the charge registered in escrow
  2. Unconscionability and illegal nature of the registration and exercise of statutory sale
  3. Lack of consideration for the charge
  4. Expiry of limitation period for recovery of overdraft facilities
  5. Waiver of notice requirement under Section 74 of Registered Lands Act

Reasoning

The Court of Appeal held that the High Court had jurisdiction to hear the matter, and that the appellant's claims were without merit. The Court also addressed the jurisdiction of the High Court to review the ruling of another court.

Outcome

Appeal dismissed with costs

Authorities cited

Legislation (2)
  • Registered Lands Act
  • Limitation of Actions Act
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