Kato v Nakirya
Kato v Nakirya (Miscellaneous Application 167 of 2021) [2022] UGHCLD 306 (29 August 2022)
The court found that the respondent erroneously filed suit as administratrix of the estate of the late Kevina Namirembe without having obtained Letters of Administration at the time of filing, which deprived her of locus standi in that capacity. While a beneficiary may sue to protect their interest before obtaining Letters of Administration, the respondent's suit was premised on her status as administratrix, not merely as beneficiary. The court further held that the suit was not barred by limitation, as the respondent became aware of the alleged fraud in March 2017 and filed suit within the s…
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- Rejection Of Plaint
- Frivolous And Vexatious Suits
- Joint Tenancy Survivorship
- Letters Of Administration
- Limitation Periods