Benson Moranga Nyachio v Raphael Musyoka Masili [2017] KEELC 1996 (KLR)
- Court
- Environment & Land Court
- Case number
- 1996
- Citation
- [2017] KEELC 1996 (KLR)
- Decided
- 31 July 2017
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TypeEviction SuitPostureAppeal from an original trial decisionCoramMohammed Noor Kullow
Holding
The Plaintiff is the lawful owner of the land and an order of eviction is issued against the Defendant.
Facts
The Plaintiff, Benson Moranga Nyachio, claimed to be the lawful registered owner of a plot of land known as KILGORIS MAJENGO 64. He alleged that the Defendant, Raphael Musyoka Masili, trespassed on the land without any claim. The Plaintiff produced evidence of allotment letters, sale agreements, and letters from the defunct County Council of Narok proving his ownership.
Issues
- Ownership of the land
- Eviction of the Defendant
Reasoning
The court found that the Plaintiff had proved his case on a balance of probabilities and that the Defendant had not appeared in court.
Outcome
In favor of the Plaintiff
Orders
- An order of eviction against the Defendant
Remedies
- Costs of the suit
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Section 55 of the Land Act (Revised Edition) 2016
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