William Kiptoo Kiptumaril v Tapyotin Kanda & 2 others [2014] KEELC 62 (KLR)
- Court
- Environment & Land Court
- Case number
- 62
- Citation
- [2014] KEELC 62 (KLR)
Summary at a glance
TypeLand Ownership DisputePostureSummary JudgmentCoramE. OBAGA
The Plaintiff is declared the lawful owner of the land and granted a permanent injunction against the Defendants and those claiming under them.
Facts
The Plaintiff, William Kiptoo Kiptumaril, claimed ownership of a 2-acre land (LR Cherangany/Koitogun/732) based on a sale agreement dated 3/8/1996 with the late Keture Komen. The deceased had sub-divided his land into two portions, one of which was sold to the Plaintiff. The Plaintiff provided a surveyor's report, a letter of consent from the Land Control Board, and a copy of the deceased's identity card.
Issues
- Ownership of the land (LR Cherangany/Koitogun/732) measuring 2 acres
- Interference with the Plaintiff's user and quiet enjoyment of the land
Reasoning
The Plaintiff's evidence was not controverted, and the court found that the Plaintiff has been enjoying the land for over 18 years. The court issued a declaration of ownership and a permanent injunction.
Outcome
Plaintiff wins
Orders
- Declaration of ownership
- Permanent injunction against interference
Remedies
- Declaration of ownership
- Permanent injunction
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