By Notice of Motion dated 14th October 2022, the plaintiff seeks an order that the suit against the second defendant be reinstated for hearing.
I have considered the application and the supporting affidavit. The application is not opposed. The record herein shows that the second defendant filed a witness statement on 12th July 2021. It cannot possibly be true therefore that he had passed away as of 15th May 2019 as the court was informed on that date.
I find merit in Notice of Motion dated 14th October 2022 in so far as it concerns the suit against the second defendant. I make the following orders:
- The order of 8th November 2021 which marked the suit against the second defendant abated is set aside.
- The suit against the second defendant is reinstated for hearing and determination.
- Costs of Notice of Motion dated 14th October 2022 shall be in the cause.
Dated 23rd May 2024.