NLC moves to court over legality of Ruaraka land's title

Chairman of Lands Commission Mohamed Swazuri and his vice chairperson Abigail Mbagaya addressing the press at their offices. [Beverlyne Musili/Standard]

The National Land Commission (NLC) has moved to save its Chairman Muhammad Swazuri from possible prosecution over the controversial payment of Sh1.5 billion for the Ruaraka school land.

Through an urgent suit at the Environment and Lands Court, NLC wants a determination on whether the 13.5-acre land where Ruaraka High School and Drive-In Primary School stand is private or public property.