Ali v Muthuri & 7 others; Mutwiri (Applicant) (Civil Appeal (Application) E022 of 2024) [2025] KECA 571 (KLR) (28 March 2025) (Ruling)
- Court
- Court of Appeal
- Case number
- 571
- Citation
- [2025] KECA 571 (KLR)
- Decided
- 28 March 2025
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TypeCivil AppealPostureApplication for substitutionCoramOLE KANTAI
Holding
The court allows the application for substitution and makes no order on costs.
Facts
The applicant, Musa Mbaabu Ali, approached the court to substitute Saina Kalimi George (deceased) with Emily Nkatha Mutwiri due to the latter's death. The applicant claims to be the daughter of the deceased and has been granted limited administration of the estate.
Issues
- Substitution of deceased party in a civil appeal
- Family wishes to be fulfilled
Reasoning
The court acknowledges the death of the deceased and the family's decision to appoint Emily Nkatha Mutwiri in her place. The court considers it appropriate to fulfill the family's wishes.
Outcome
Application granted
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