Benson Mutura v County Secretary County Government of Nairobi & 3 others; Mariakani Estate Welfare Association & another (Interested Parties) [2020] KECA 466 (KLR)
- Court
- Court of Appeal
- Case number
- 466
- Citation
- [2020] KECA 466 (KLR)
- Decided
- 7 August 2020
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TypeCivil AppealPostureApplicant seeks an injunction pending the hearing and determination of an intended appeal from the High Court's dismissal of a petition contesting the transfer of Mariakani Estate.CoramW. KARAN, D. K. MUSINGA, S. ole KANTAI
Holding
The application fails as the issues raised in the appeal are not arguable and the appeal will not be rendered nugatory.
Facts
In 2012, the Nairobi County Government and LAPFUND entered into an agreement to transfer several properties, including Mariakani Estate, to LAPFUND to offset statutory debts. The applicant contests the transfer, claiming it was not mentioned in the agreement and that tenants would be evicted if ownership changed.
Issues
- Whether the applicant's appeal is arguable.
- Whether the injunction sought is necessary and appropriate.
Reasoning
The High Court dismissed the petition as res judicata, and the issues were resolved in a previous case. The applicant has not demonstrated that his appeal is arguable.
Outcome
Application dismissed with no order as to costs.
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