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JHAMATMAL TEJUMAL KHUBCHANDANI v. SAMIR KALMONI

2012

COURT OF APPEAL

GHANA

CORAM

  • ASARE-KORANG, J.A.(PRESDING)
  • OFOE, J.A
  • HONYENUGA, J.A

Areas of Law

  • Property and Real Estate Law
  • Evidence Law
  • Equity and Trusts

AI Generated Summary

The plaintiff sued the defendant claiming ownership of a 2.39-acre plot in Aburi Hills, citing a 1960 conveyance registered in 1997. The defendant counterclaimed with a 1996 conveyance registered in the same year. The High Court ruled for the plaintiff. On appeal, the Court examined defenses of statute limitations, laches, acquiescence, and bona fide purchase without notice. The Court found ample evidence supporting the plaintiff's title and rejected the defenses. Principles were discussed regarding acquiescence, land deed registration, possession, and purchaser notice standards, ultimately dismissing the appeal.

JUDGMENT