The case of Noor Jeizan, widow of the late Mombasa tycoon Anwar Bayusuf, has left many baffled after a local lender, Diamond Trust Bank (DTB), claimed that her late husband had taken out a loan after his death.
This highly unusual case has raised concerns about the legitimacy of the bank’s claims, as no documentation or verifiable records have surfaced to support their allegations.
The situation took a drastic turn when four of Noor’s vehicles, along with other family assets, were seized by the bank in relation to the disputed loan.
Jeizan, along with civil rights activists, has been fighting for justice in this case for over a decade.
Bayusuf, who passed away in 2010, left behind a successful company, Anwar Mohamed Bayusuf Limited.
However, the family has been locked in a legal battle with DTB, as the bank insists that Bayusuf had secured a loan from them after his death—a claim that has left the family and the public incredulous.
The family’s spokesperson, Abdallah Baqor, has highlighted the glaring inconsistencies in the bank’s narrative.
According to Baqor, the bank has failed to provide any tangible proof of this alleged loan.
“It is extremely concerning that a man who passed away in 2010 could be linked to a loan that was supposedly approved and disbursed long after his death,” Baqor remarked.
He emphasized the lack of documentation and the fact that the bank’s credit department heads who reportedly processed the loan remain unknown.
Noor Jeizan’s plea for justice has garnered widespread attention, with human rights advocates rallying behind her.
Farida Rashid, a prominent women’s rights activist, has publicly called on the Chief Justice to expedite the judicial process, pointing out that the delays have only prolonged the suffering of Jeizan and her family.
“This case reflects the wider issue of how widows and vulnerable individuals are mistreated by powerful institutions. We will continue to fight until justice is served,” Rashid stated firmly.
Another civil rights advocate, Karama Yahya, expressed outrage over the fact that DTB has allegedly defied court orders in this case.
“It’s appalling that a financial institution can continue to act with such impunity, ignoring both legal directives and basic ethical standards,” Yahya said.
He urged the government to take decisive action to protect widows and orphans who find themselves in similar situations, stressing that this case could set a dangerous precedent for others in vulnerable positions.
Despite the ongoing legal proceedings, there has been little movement in the case, and Noor Jeizan remains in limbo, awaiting justice.
The case is currently being heard in a criminal court, where investigations are ongoing.
However, many hope that increased pressure from civil rights organizations and public advocacy will push the legal system to act swiftly in resolving the case and addressing the glaring irregularities in the bank’s actions.
Noor Jeizan, with the support of human rights groups and her family, is determined not to let this case fall through the cracks.
The situation serves as a stark reminder of the systemic challenges widows face in fighting for their rights and the need for stronger legal protections against corporate malfeasance.
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