Maria Gatitu Joseph & 3 others v Dominic Ntongai Kingora [2015] KEHC 3733 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 3733
- Citation
- [2015] KEHC 3733 (KLR)
- Decided
- 10 July 2015
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TypeReal Property DisputePostureApplication for Order to Vacate and Pay RentCoramW. MUSYOKA
Holding
The sale of the property was valid, and the interested party is entitled to vacant possession and rent from the defendant.
Facts
The subject property was part of the estate of Joseph Kingori M’twamwari, the father of the Defendant. It was ordered to be sold and the proceeds shared equally between the nine survivors of the deceased. The interested party purchased the property on 29th April 2011 for Kshs. 8,000,000.00.
Issues
- Whether the sale of the property was valid
- Whether the interested party is entitled to rent from the defendant
Reasoning
The court found the sale valid and ordered the defendant to vacate the property and pay rent.
Outcome
In favor of the interested party
Orders
- The defendant shall vacate the property within 30 days
- The officer commanding the Pumwani Police Station shall ensure compliance
- The defendant shall pay rent to the interested party
- The matter shall be mentioned for compliance
Remedies
- Vacant possession
- Rent payment
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Trustee Act, Cap 167, Laws of Kenya
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