WILLIAM K. MARTIN & 2 others v NELSON OGOMBE & 5 others [2007] KEHC 3537 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 3537
- Citation
- [2007] KEHC 3537 (KLR)
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TypeTrustee Perpetual Succession ActPosturePetition for declaration of lawful trusteesCoramD. Mbela, I. Mbogori, R. Saina, W.K. Martin
Holding
The court declares the petitioners as lawful trustees and dismisses the cross-petition.
Facts
The Agricultural Society of Kenya was established during the colonial period and has a history of trusteeship. The petitioners claim to be rightful trustees, while the respondents argue they were not appointed.
Issues
- Whether the petitioners are lawful trustees under the Trustee (Perpetual Succession) Act
- Whether the respondents are vice patrons and trustees
Reasoning
The court found that the petitioners were appointed as trustees by the society and were not removed. The respondents were not appointed as trustees and are not vice patrons.
Outcome
Petitioners' petition granted, cross-petition dismissed.
Orders
- Costs awarded to petitioners
- Cross-petition dismissed with costs
Remedies
- Declaration of lawful trusteeship for petitioners
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Trustee (Perpetual Succession) Act Cap.164
- Society Act
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