National Land Commission wades into cement firm's land dispute

NLC Chairman Muhammad Swazuri (right) being shown around the disputed land between the East African Portland Cement Company and members of Aimi A Lukenya Self Help Group. He is with the company’s MD Kepha Tande (second right) and Athi River Deputy County Commissioner Alias Makori (second left). [PHOTO: PETERSON GITHAIGA/STANDARD]

The National Land Commission (NLC) has stepped in to resolve a long running land dispute between the East African Portland Cement Company (EAPCC) and a dozen groups in Athi River, Nairobi.

Last week, NLC Chairman Muhammad Swazuri toured the disputed 1,300-acre land in Athi River.