The Lower Eastern Times Opening The Third Eye
Directline Assurance Company Limited is facing a liquidation petition lodged at the High Court in Garissa by three creditors, with the case scheduled for hearing on October 1, 2026.
The petition was filed by Yusra Ahmed Abubakar, along with two minors — Maryam Maamun, suing through her aunt and next friend Yusra Ahmed Abubakar, and Umma Salama Maamun, suing through her mother and next friend, also Yusra Ahmed Abubakar. Court records show the petition was presented on July 27, 2026, according to a notice published on August 14 by the Deputy Registrar of the High Court of Kenya at Garissa.
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The notice confirms that a petition seeking the liquidation of the company was formally submitted to the court on the stated date by the three petitioners. Importantly, the filing does not mean Directline Assurance has already been placed under liquidation — the notice simply gives the company’s creditors and contributories an opportunity to either support or oppose the petition once it comes up for hearing.
Yusra Ahmed Abubakar is listed as the first creditor and petitioner, with Maryam Maamun and Umma Salama Maamun named as the second and third creditors and petitioners, respectively.
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The notice invites any creditor or contributory wishing to weigh in on the matter to appear at the hearing, either in person or through legal representation. Interested parties may also request a copy of the petition upon payment of the required fee, with such requests to be directed to Wambua Kilonzo & Co. Advocates, who represent the petitioners.
The notice does not disclose the amount allegedly owed to the three petitioners, nor does it detail the circumstances that led to the filing or the specific grounds being relied upon for the liquidation request. These details are expected to emerge as the court proceedings unfold. Notably, the petition itself does not constitute a court finding that Directline Assurance is unable to meet its financial obligations.
The October 1 hearing will provide both the petitioners and the company an opportunity to present their respective positions before the High Court. Other creditors or contributories interested in the matter will also be able to make their views known during the proceedings.
Ultimately, the High Court in Garissa will determine the outcome of the liquidation petition after considering any objections or responses submitted in the case.
