In re Estate of Njogu Murathi (Deceased) (Succession Cause 428 of 2012) [2025] KEHC 1729 (KLR) (20 February 2025) (Ruling)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 1729
- Citation
- [2025] KEHC 1729 (KLR)
- Decided
- 20 February 2025
Summary at a glance
TypeSuccessionPostureApplication for extension of time, reopening of case, and visit to propertyCoramRM MWONGO
The application is dismissed as the new evidence is not new and relevant, and the court finds that the case should be completed to allow rightful beneficiaries to inherit their portions.
Facts
The applicants seek to re-file their application out of time, reopen their case, and visit the property to produce new evidence. The respondents oppose the application, citing the old nature of the case and the potential for delay tactics.
Issues
- Whether the application has merit
- Whether the new evidence is new and relevant
Reasoning
The court finds that the new evidence is not new and relevant, and that the case should be completed to allow rightful beneficiaries to inherit their portions. The court also notes the old nature of the case and the potential for delay tactics.
Outcome
Dismissed
Authorities cited
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