A Ugandan woman has sued former Trans Nzoia governor Patrick Khaemba for child upkeep.
The woman, only identified as Aridru, told a Kitale court that the former governor had neglected to pay child support for at least 10 years.
Through lawyer John Bororio, the complainant claimed that Khaemba had not remitted upkeep money since 2013.
Ms Aridru sought orders compelling the former governor to pay Sh236,000 to cater for the child’s welfare, including accrued rent of Sh146,000, utilities at Sh20,000, food Sh50,000 and entertainment Sh20,000.
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The court heard that the 9-year-old suffers from a gastrointestinal disease, that requires them to be on a special diet. The petitioner also stated that catering to the child’s needs has proved difficult as her cosmetics business has dwindled.
Court documents show that the complainant sired the minor with Mr Khaemba 2013, shortly after which he absconded his fatherly duties.
She also alleged that the former county chief does not respond to her calls and messages concerning their child’s upkeep.
She argued that the respondent is a man of means since he was a former governor and should take care of their child.
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In an application filed under certificate of urgency, granted the petitioner legal custody and care of the minor pending hearing and determination of the matter.
The court ordered Mr Khaemba to immediately start paying Sh236,000 in child upkeep and take care of the minor’s medical needs.
Further, the children’s court directed that the politician starts paying the minor’s school fees and other school requirements.
“The respondent has been ordered to provide medical care or cover for the child pending hearing and determination of the suit,” the court ordered.
The matter before Kitale Resident Magistrate Tobias Omono will be heard on January 23, 2023.
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