Mombasa-based singer Susumila has been dealt a major blow after a Kadhi’s court in Mombasa ruled that he takes full responsibility for the daughter he sired with ex wife, Kibibi Salim.
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Just a few months into their marriage, the two announced their separation which was marred with drama and controversy.
The union did not last a year, after which Kibibi decided to go to the Kadhi’s court to seek legal redress.
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The court has now decided to dissolve the marriage, a decision which has come in as a big setback for the Bachelor hit maker, as it comes with what seems like a heavy burden for him.
The court has ordered Susumila to take care of the child’s upkeep, including medical expenses, school fees, provide clothing two times a year and pay a monthly allowance of Sh5,000.
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He was also ordered to pay the full dowry as it had been agreed between himself and Kibibi’s family. The dowry amounts to Sh100,000.
In addition, Susumila has been compelled to pay 'edda' maintenance of Sh10,000 per month for three months.
Edda is the period that a Muslim woman has to observe, following the death of her husband or divorce, during which she is not allowed to marry another man.
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