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Kiilu v Headteacher, Milaani Mixed Secondary School & 2 others (Employment and Labour Relations Cause 1331 of 2015) [2025] KEELRC 3756 (KLR) (18 December 2025) (Judgment)

[2025] KEELRC 3756 (KLR) Employment & Labour Relations Court
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Court
Employment & Labour Relations Court
Case number
3756
Citation
[2025] KEELRC 3756 (KLR)
Decided
18 December 2025
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TypeEmployment and Labour RelationsPostureRespondents' defense admitted to some allegations, hearing on claims for compensation and damagesCoramMN NDUMA
Holding

The court finds in favor of the Claimant, awarding compensation for unlawful dismissal, unpaid leave and overtime pay, and unremitted NSSF dues.

Facts

Claimant, Wambua Kiilu, was employed as a security guard by the 1st Respondent, Headteacher of Milaani Mixed Secondary School, from January 2008. He was dismissed summarily in 2013 after being injured at work. He claimed unpaid compensation, service pay, and other benefits.

Issues

  1. Unlawful dismissal
  2. Compensation for injuries
  3. Unpaid leave and overtime pay
  4. Unremitted NSSF dues

Reasoning

The court awards compensation for unlawful dismissal equivalent to 12 months' salary, and other benefits including unpaid leave and overtime pay, based on the claimant's age and the lack of compensation for injuries.

Outcome

In favor of the Claimant

Orders

  • Judgment in favor of the Claimant against the Respondents jointly and severally

Remedies

  • Compensation for unlawful dismissal
  • Unpaid leave and overtime pay
  • Unremitted NSSF dues

Authorities cited

Legislation (1)
  • Employment and Labour Relations Act
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