Kiraita Manga v Joseph Ombaire Isaboke [2017] KEELC 1514 (KLR)
- Court
- Environment & Land Court
- Case number
- 1514
- Citation
- [2017] KEELC 1514 (KLR)
- Decided
- 13 October 2017
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TypeLand DisputePostureAppeal from a judgment of the Environment and Land Court at KisiiCoramJ. M. MUTUNGI
Holding
The plaintiff is the registered owner of the suit property and there was an instance of trespass by the defendant. The defendant's counterclaim is dismissed.
Facts
The plaintiff claimed that the defendant trespassed onto his land and destroyed a wall, while the defendant denied trespassing and claimed he bought a portion of the land from the plaintiff's sister.
Issues
- Whether the plaintiff is the registered owner of the suit property
- Whether there was an instance of trespass by the defendant
- Whether the defendant's counterclaim for specific performance and refund of purchase price is valid
Reasoning
The plaintiff proved his case on a balance of probabilities, and the defendant failed to prove his counterclaim.
Outcome
Judgment in favor of the plaintiff, with a permanent injunction against the defendant.
Orders
- A permanent injunction is issued against the defendant restraining him from entering into or interfering with the plaintiff's occupation, use, and enjoyment of land parcel number Central Kitutu/Bogetaorio/2437.
Remedies
- Costs of the suit and counterclaim are awarded to the plaintiff.
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