Dr. Pariyo v Dr. Onyanchi and 2 Others
Dr. Pariyo v Dr. Onyanchi and 2 Others (Miscellaneous Application No. 48 of 2020) [2022] UGHCCD 8 (17 January 2022)
The court found that while the applicant delayed in filing the application for judicial review and in making a formal appeal, he was diligent in seeking to resolve the matter internally with the Health Service Commission. The court recognized that it is not uncommon for citizens to attempt physical engagement with public offices before resorting to legal action. The requirement to exhaust internal mechanisms does not bar instituting legal proceedings, and the applicant's conduct was reasonable and diligent under the circumstances. The court exercised its discretion to extend time, holding tha…
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- Judicial Review
- Extension Of Time
- Public Officer Termination
- Internal Appeal Exhaustion