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Charles K. Muruthi v Kamiti Farmers Company Limited & 4 others [2018] KEELC 305 (KLR)

[2018] KEELC 305 (KLR) Environment & Land Court
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Court
Environment & Land Court
Case number
305
Citation
[2018] KEELC 305 (KLR)
Decided
13 November 2018
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TypeLand DisputePostureAppeal from the original trialCoramK. BOR
Holding

The court finds in favor of the 3rd and 4th Defendants, directing the 2nd Defendant to refund the purchase price and allowing the counterclaim for demolition and eviction.

Facts

The Plaintiff claimed ownership of a portion of Nairobi/Block 117/412, which he alleged was fraudulently transferred to the 3rd and 4th Defendants. The Plaintiff sought an injunction, declaration, and refund.

Issues

  1. Ownership of the suit land
  2. Fraudulent transfer of the land
  3. Construction on the suit land

Reasoning

The court dismissed the Plaintiff's claims due to lack of evidence of fraud or misrepresentation, and directed the 2nd Defendant to refund the purchase price.

Outcome

Appeal dismissed

Orders

  • Refund of the purchase price to the Plaintiff
  • Demolition of structures erected by the Plaintiff
  • Eviction of the Plaintiff from the suit land

Remedies

  • Refund of the purchase price
  • Demolition of structures
  • Eviction

Authorities cited

Legislation (1)
  • Land Registrations Act
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