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Asenath Kanjiru v Paul Kithinji Ikiugu & Martin Kiugu [2021] KEELC 2330 (KLR)

[2021] KEELC 2330 (KLR) Environment & Land Court
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Court
Environment & Land Court
Case number
2330
Citation
[2021] KEELC 2330 (KLR)
Decided
28 July 2021
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TypeAppealPostureAppeal from a judgment of the trial courtCoramHon. M.K.N.N Maroro Principal Magistrate
Holding

The Court of Appeal dismissed the appeal, upholding the trial court's judgment.

Facts

The Appellant sued the Respondents for fraudulently altering Land Parcel No. Nyaki/Thuura/3715 to read Land Parcel No. Nyaki/Thuura/3716 in the name of the 1st Defendant. The Plaintiff sought an injunction, rectification of the title, and costs.

Issues

  1. Whether the Trial magistrate erred in fact and law by failing to appreciate the evidence tendered with regard to the Appellant's ownership of 5 acres from parent land Land Parcel No. Nyaki/Thuura/1449
  2. Whether the Trial magistrate erred in fact and in law by failing to make a finding that the title in the hands of the 2nd Respondent was obtained illegally/fraudulently

Reasoning

The Court of Appeal found that the trial court did not err in its findings and rulings.

Outcome

Appeal dismissed

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