Peter Paul Mburu Ndururi v Margaret Waithira & 3 others [2021] KEELC 1579 (KLR)
- Court
- Environment & Land Court
- Case number
- 1579
- Citation
- [2021] KEELC 1579 (KLR)
- Decided
- 8 October 2021
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TypeLand DisputePostureAppeal from the original trialCoramL. GACHERU
Holding
The Court finds that the Plaintiff is the lawful owner of the land parcel and cancels the 1st Defendant's title. The Plaintiff is entitled to a permanent injunction.
Facts
The Plaintiff claimed to be the legal owner of land parcel L.R 4953/11/31, which the 1st Defendant had encroached upon and constructed on. The Plaintiff alleged fraud by the 1st and 2nd Defendants in obtaining a lease for the land.
Issues
- Ownership of land parcel L.R 4953/11/31
- Validity of the 1st Defendant's title
- Injunction against the Defendants
Reasoning
The Court held that the Plaintiff's title is superior to the 1st Defendant's title, which was procured unprocedurally. The Court also found that the Plaintiff has proved his claim against the Defendants.
Outcome
Judgment for the Plaintiff
Orders
- Cancellation of the 1st Defendant's title
- Permanent injunction against the Defendants
Remedies
- Vacant possession of the land parcel
- Peaceful and quiet occupation and possession of the land parcel
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Land Registration Act
- Registered Land Act
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