John Imbaiza Vodoye v Ann Chebet & another [2017] KEELC 2042 (KLR)
- Court
- Environment & Land Court
- Case number
- 2042
- Citation
- [2017] KEELC 2042 (KLR)
- Decided
- 21 July 2017
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TypeLand DisputePostureOriginal TrialCoramKariuki, Kneller, Makhandia, Miles
Holding
The plaintiff's claim is time-barred due to the 12-year limitation period under the Limitation of Actions Act. The defendants have not established adverse possession.
Facts
John Imbaiza Vodoye claims to be the registered owner of land parcel Nandi/Kiminda/896, measuring 1.72 hectares, acquired in 1983. Ann Chebet and Paul Chepkwony deny ownership and claim adverse possession since 1975.
Issues
- Ownership of land parcel Nandi/Kiminda/896
- Time-barred claim by plaintiff
Reasoning
The court finds the plaintiff's claim time-barred as it was not brought within 12 years of the right of action accruing. The defendants' adverse possession claim is rejected as they have not shown continuous possession without force, secrecy, or persuasion.
Outcome
The plaintiff's claim is dismissed.
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Limitation of Actions Act Cap 22 Laws of Kenya
- Constitution of Kenya, 2010
Cases cited (1)
- Kimani Ruchire v Swift Rutherfords & Co. Ltd. (1980) KLR 10
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