Anselmus Onyango Obumba v Maurice Ongonya & another [2019] KEELRC 820 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 820
- Citation
- [2019] KEELRC 820 (KLR)
- Decided
- 16 September 2019
Summary at a glance
TypeUnlawful and Unfair Termination of EmploymentPostureClaim filed, Respondent defended, Claimant testifiedCoramJustice Mathews N. Nduma
The court finds that the termination was for a valid reason and that a fair procedure was followed. The claimant is entitled to Kshs. 70,000 in lieu of notice and half salary during suspension.
Facts
Claimant was Principal of the respondent college from April 2015. He was suspended on March 29, 2016, and terminated on June 29, 2016. He was paid Kshs. 70,000 in lieu of notice and received half salary during suspension.
Issues
- Whether the termination was for a valid reason
- Whether the claimant is entitled to damages and terminal benefits
Reasoning
The court is satisfied that the claimant failed to perform his duties properly and failed to account for monies entrusted to him. The respondent followed a fair procedure in terminating the employment.
Outcome
Claim dismissed
Orders
- Kshs. 70,000 in lieu of termination notice
- Half salary during suspension
Authorities cited
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