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The High Court revoked the respondent’s administratrix appointment after finding she concealed an existing administrator for the same estate.
The existence of two grants for the same estate is impermissible; the first grant takes precedence. The Respondent's probate was obtained in concealment of the prior grant and relying on a forged will, warranting nullification under Section 49 of Cap 445.
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The Respondent obtained the grant by concealing material information regarding the existence of other children of the deceased, and is not in a position to impartially administer the estate. The letters of administration must be revoked for proper administration and protection of beneficiaries' interests.
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The High Court extended time and revoked a grant of letters of administration after finding the respondent concealed prior administration of the estate and sale of estate property.
Sufficient cause for extension of time was established due to the applicant's illness and absence, and because the District Court proceedings were tainted by concealment of a material fact (existence of a will) and lack of jurisdiction. The proceedings and resultant letters of administration were a nullity and quashed.
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The High Court revoked a grant of letters of administration after finding concealment of prior proceedings and holding that the estate should be handled in Zanzibar.
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