Republic v Land Adjudication Officer (Kajiado County), Registrar of Group Representatives, John Sitelu Nkipapai, Joseph Lengakuai Olomuko & James Mundei Lenchangwa Ex parte Lemaron Munyepera & Jacob Lemaron Logela (Environment and Land Judicial Review Case 4 of 2019) [2021] KEELC 3975 (KLR) (25 February 2021) (Judgment)
- Court
- Environment & Land Court
- Case number
- 3975
- Citation
- [2021] KEELC 3975 (KLR)
- Decided
- 25 February 2021
Summary at a glance
TypeJudicial ReviewPostureApplication for Leave to Apply for Judicial ReviewCoramPresiding Judge
The court found that the elections were conducted in a fair manner and that the ex parte Applicants were not entitled to the orders sought.
Facts
The ex parte Applicants sought orders of certiorari and mandamus to quash the proceedings and election of officials of Rombo Group Ranch held on 6 December 2018, alleging massive irregularities, intimidation, and violence.
Issues
- Whether the ex parte applicants are entitled to the orders sought in the instant application.
- Who shall bear the costs of the application herein?
Reasoning
The court applied the standards of judicial review, stating that the decision-making process was not illegal, irrational, or procedurally improper.
Outcome
The ex parte Applicants' application for leave to apply for judicial review was dismissed.
Orders
- An order of mandamus should be issued compelling the 2nd Respondent to freeze the activities of the persons elected under the elections of Rombo Group ranch.
Authorities cited
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