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PETER KIPYEGEN ROTICH V ELIJAH KIPGENO ARAP BII [2005] KEHC 693 (KLR)

[2005] KEHC 693 (KLR) High Court of Kenya
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Court
High Court of Kenya
Case number
693
Citation
[2005] KEHC 693 (KLR)
Decided
13 May 2005
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TypeCivilPostureApplication to strike out defence and counterclaimCoramM.G. Mugo
Holding

Defence and counterclaim are struck out as scandalous, frivolous, and vexatious.

Facts

The Plaintiff purchased the suit premises through a statutory power of sale by the Kenya Commercial Bank, and the Defendant had previously charged the property. The Plaintiff sought possession of the land.

Issues

  1. Validity of the Plaintiff's purchase
  2. Defence and counterclaim validity

Reasoning

The Plaintiff's purchase was valid under the Registered Land Act, and the Defendant's defence and counterclaim are invalid due to statutory provisions.

Outcome

Application granted, Defence and counterclaim struck out

Orders

  • Defendant to give vacant possession of L.R. No. Kericho/Kabianga/1824 to the Plaintiff
  • Question of mesne profits to be set down for assessment

Remedies

  • Costs awarded to the Plaintiff

Authorities cited

Legislation (2)
  • Registered Land Act
  • Civil Procedure Act
Cases cited (1)
  • HILTON WALTER NABONGO OSINYA & ANOR –vs- SAVINGS & LOANS & ANOR CIVL. SUIT NO. 582 OF 1998
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