Matiang'i's Ruaraka test: Court ruling thrusts land saga into presidential battle
Land judgment hands Matiang'i's rivals fresh ammunition...
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A recent Court of Appeal ruling has revived the controversial Ruaraka land saga, potentially impacting the presidential aspirations of former Interior Cabinet Secretary Dr Fred Matiang'i.
- The court declared the compulsory acquisition of land for Ruaraka High School and Drive-In Primary School unlawful, invalidating a Sh1.5 billion compensation payment.
- Key figures involved include Dr Fred Matiang'i and institutions like the National Land Commission and the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC).
- The EACC plans to recover the paid funds and is investigating potential criminal charges against officials involved.
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