DCI Confirms Forgery of Jackson Kibor’s Will as Family Seeks Peaceful Resolution
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has confirmed that the will of the late Jackson Kiprotich Kibor, a prominent Uasin Gishu farmer and influential politician, was forged. This revelation follows a court-ordered forensic examination in succession case No. E049/2022, mandated by the High Court in Eldoret on April 17, 2024, amid rising tensions within Kibor’s family over his substantial estate, valued in the billions.
A DCI forensic report revealed the alleged forgery occurred on February 27, 2021. The document was reportedly prepared by Bundotich Korir & Company Advocates and witnessed by two lawyers outside the Environment and Land Court in Eldoret. Investigators scrutinized various critical documents, including a lease agreement for Eldoret Municipality Block 14/380, a transfer record for Block 14/379, and several sale agreements dating back to 1994. Analysis revealed significant discrepancies between Kibor’s authentic handwriting and signature samples, confirming the document’s falsification under Section 350 of the Penal Code.
In response to the findings, Kibor’s children, led by Loise, Magdaline, and Albert Kibor, have made a public appeal for family unity. Speaking to Hubz Media, Magdaline Kibor expressed hope for a peaceful resolution, emphasizing the family’s wish to avoid prolonged court battles. “Our father always advised us to stay united and avoid conflict,” Magdaline said. “Now that the will has been confirmed as a forgery, we hope to start a new chapter where we can sit together and come to a fair agreement. The estate is substantial, and we believe there is enough for everyone without resorting to animosity.”
Loise Kibor, a respondent in the succession case, noted that much of her father’s movable assets had been sold before his passing, allegedly by Kibor’s fourth wife, Euniter Kibor, who presented the disputed will to the court. “Many assets were disposed of before my father’s death,” Loise explained. “Now, we’re focused on fairly dividing what remains, ensuring each of his wives and children is represented in the agreement.”
Albert Kibor echoed the family’s commitment to peaceful reconciliation. “It’s essential that we honor our father’s legacy by maintaining harmony,” he said. “We owe it to him and ourselves to resolve this peacefully.”
Eldoret-based human rights activist Kimutai Kirui has also weighed in, calling for swift legal action against those involved in the forgery. “This is a serious crime that not only disrespects the legacy of Mzee Kibor but also undermines the principles of justice,” Kirui stated. “We urge the DCI to investigate and hold accountable all individuals involved.”
The family dispute over Kibor’s estate, reportedly worth Ksh 16 billion, began following his death on March 17, 2022. The conflict escalated when Euniter Kibor, Kibor’s fourth wife, submitted a contested will claiming significant portions of his estate. In January 2024, Justice Reuben Nyakundi, presiding over the High Court in Eldoret, ordered the DCI to conduct a forensic examination, confirming the document’s fraudulent nature.
Kibor’s children and relatives have since appealed to the court to allow an out-of-court settlement, emphasizing their desire for a resolution that respects Kibor’s legacy. “Our father wanted us to be united,” Loise Kibor affirmed. “This is a difficult time, but we’re committed to finding a solution that respects his values of fairness and integrity.”
As the family prepares to propose an equitable estate division, they remain hopeful that the process will soon reach a peaceful conclusion, aligning with their late father’s wishes.
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