Paul Mills Ekwang v Lira District Land Board
Paul Mills Ekwang v Lira District Land Board [2007] UGHC 37 (12 July 2007)
The court found that the applicant had established a prima facie case for leave to file an application for judicial review. The applicant demonstrated that he had a legitimate interest in the suit land, had made efforts to comply with lease requirements, and was denied renewal of his lease without being given a hearing, contrary to the rules of natural justice. The seriousness of the complaint, involving deprivation of a valuable property interest and alleged administrative unfairness, warranted judicial investigation. The court exercised its discretion to grant leave, finding that the issues…
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- Judicial Review
- Land Lease Renewal
- Natural Justice
- Administrative Action