Cabinet Secretary for Information, Communications and the Digital Economy William Kabogo is caught up in a family legal fight over a piece of land worth Ksh 380 million.
His uncle, Kimani Kabogo, has accused him of fraud and breach of trust in a case that has dragged on for years. Kimani claims he discovered the alleged fraud in 2006 and took legal action in 2017, seeking damages.
However, the High Court dismissed the case, saying too much time had passed under the Limitation of Actions Act. This ruling was recently overturned by the Court of Appeal, which found that the High Court made a mistake.
The case will now be heard again by a different judge.
Blogger Cyprian Is Nyakundi has exposed this dispute, sharing details on his X page. The allegations paint a picture of deep-rooted family betrayal, where business and politics collide.
Kabogo, who now holds a powerful cabinet position, has denied any wrongdoing. He insists that he acquired the land lawfully from NIC Bank.
According to him, the bank sold the property to recover a loan that Kimani’s company, Kenya Modern Digitals Ltd, had defaulted on.
He claims to have followed legal procedures, but his uncle sees this as a well-orchestrated scheme to defraud him.
This case raises serious concerns about how people in positions of power handle business dealings, especially when massive amounts of money are involved.
A Ksh 380 million land dispute is not a small matter, and the fact that it has reached the Court of Appeal means there are strong legal questions that need answers.
The case also exposes the darker side of political influence, where wealth accumulation and legal battles often go hand in hand. It remains to be seen whether justice will be served or if the case will be quietly settled behind closed doors.
Nyakundi’s revelation has brought this matter into public discussion, forcing people to question the integrity of leaders entrusted with public service.
If a cabinet secretary can be caught in such a magnitude dispute, it raises doubts about his ability to run a ministry that directly impacts Kenya’s digital economy.
Questions are already emerging about whether this case will affect Kabogo’s position in government, especially if fresh evidence emerges in court. While he maintains his innocence, the fact that the Court of Appeal has allowed the case to proceed shows that there are unresolved issues that require deeper questions.
This land dispute also highlights a larger problem in Kenya, where family conflicts over property often turn into long and bitter legal battles. Many wealthy individuals have been accused of using their influence to manipulate the system, making it difficult for justice to prevail.
