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M’ANTHAKA M’MWOGA v M'BOORE MWOGA [2006] KEHC 1289 (KLR)

[2006] KEHC 1289 (KLR) High Court of Kenya
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Court
High Court of Kenya
Case number
1289
Citation
[2006] KEHC 1289 (KLR)
Decided
26 September 2006
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TypeLand DisputePostureAppeal from a previous judgment
Holding

The court declares the undated award a nullity, sets aside the previous judgment and decree, and extends time for challenging the award.

Facts

The Plaintiff, M’NDAKA M’MWOGA, sued the Defendant, M’BOORE MWOGA, claiming a portion of land parcel No.MWIMBI/MURUGI/842, which the Plaintiff alleged was being held by the Defendant in trust. The Defendant sought to challenge a previous judgment and award.

Issues

  1. Undated award's validity
  2. Notification of award to court
  3. Restoration of land ownership

Reasoning

The court found the undated award invalid due to lack of proper notification and challenges to its validity.

Outcome

Appeal successful

Orders

  • Declare undated award nullity
  • Set aside previous judgment and decree
  • Extend time for challenging award
  • Cancel Plaintiff's name from land register
  • Restore land ownership to Defendant

Remedies

  • Set aside judgment
  • Restore land ownership
  • Cancel Plaintiff's name from land register

Authorities cited

Legislation (2)
  • Civil Procedure Act
  • Civil Procedure Rules
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