He joined the Ex-Sultan of Sokoto. He added that the youths when engage can be a source of labour inputs as well as human capital in production which would lead to high productivity and bring about a reduction in crime. The town lies just north of a fork in the Okwa River, which is a tributary of the Benue River. It shares boundaries with six states namely: Nasarawa, to the north, Taraba to the east, Cross River, Ebonyi and Enugu to the south, and Kogi to the west. Kyuni-Umaru, who doubles as the President of the Mada Development Association (MDA) Youth-wing, advised his colleagues to channel and harness their energy, resources and endowment into promoting ethnic cohesion and a better society. Later, he went on to Kano where he was well received and became the right-hand man of the Emir. Also speaking, John Kyuni-Umaru, Coordinating President of the forum, said the group comprises all indigenous and non-indigenous ethnic youths groups residing in the state. Hausa, one of the three major languages in the country is a common language of inter-ethnic communication in the two states; and it Sitting at the central part of Nigeria (Nasarawa State to be precise) and populated with about 85,919 inhabitants, Keffi is a beautiful town founded in the 1800 by Abdu Zanga (Abdullahi), a Fulani warrior from the north. He also said the group had concluded arrangements to begin guidance and counselling services as well as a skills acquisition programme for inmates who are mostly youths at the correctional centres in the state. Aura 1556-1566, Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. Islamic Foundation Nursery and Primary school Karshi. /Filter /FlateDecode I just hope that the security situation around Gitata is stable. Sharki 1416-1441, With the advent of the colonialists in the Nasarawa province, they saw the need to establish district and local authority headquarters in each of the provinces; this development further gave rise to the beginning of the urbanization that currently exist in Nasarawa State. Akwara II 1566-1575, They are mainly found in Lafia, Akwanga, Keffi and Nasarawa Eggon local government areas of the state. /Contents 4 0 R Na-Aurah also encourages farming, hunting and other legal businesses to be done in his domain. They are mainly found in Lafia, Akwanga, Keffi and Nasarawa Eggon local government areas of the state. I am glad you like it. Individuals or families also keep items like a pot or stone as their god at home which they believe in and also make sacrifices to. The Koma people in Population range to about 61, 000 people, and their mode of identification is mainly their mode of dressing which involve the men to put on Loincloths while the women of this tribe put on fresh leaves, moreover, they speak a language called the Koma language. Thanks and God bless. In fact, I grew & schooled in keffi. After consent, the gamba leaf would be assembled by the suitors and foodstuff on agreement of the girls parents. They write new content and verify and edit content received from contributors. He added that the coalition had organised the summit to ensure peaceful coexistence and build bridges of unity amongst all tribes irrespective of religion for the progress and development of the state. When Danbaba and his followers left Kano, they wandered about the present day Zaria town and later proceeded to an area in Kaduna state and founded Fadan Karshi. The people are from Nasarawa State in central Nigeria. They are also found in little settlements like Kokona, Doma, Obi, Keana and Wamba. Ola-lawal Muzzamil Oladayo is a concerned citizen. Im from Nasarawa state, I school in keffi, but this is the first time Im coming across this history. The name KARSHI emanate from the words UNGUWAR KASHI which means an area were bones are gathered. Nasarawa, also spelled Nassarawa, town, Nassarawa state, central Nigeria. that hill you mentioned is, surely, one of the reasons why its called home of solid minerals. Mohammed Bako then a member of plateau state house of assembly led a group of people to the present site located between Rafin kwara and Tudun wada now in Nasarawa state for resettlement projects.[4]. Lol. But at about the rising of 19th century, during the the era of the Fulani invasion, it was recorded that the Northern axis of ten province was raided by the Fulani and Habe (now in present day Abuja). As hunters, the bones of the animals are gathered in one place. Captain Maloney Hill is situated behind the Emir Palace, Keffi. Pop. They also move from there and founded what is the present day Karshi Town in the Federal Capital Territory. In the 1890s and 1900s, British expeditions occupied the area and incorporated it into the Northern Nigeria Protectorate. May I request that you send me your references because I happen to be working on a project regarding Keffi history? Umaru expanded his domain by conquering neighbouring territory and made Nassarawa a vassal state to Zaria (175 miles [282 km] north). We (Corpers) have to travel miles to get our phones charged daily. Take care. He was born in 1900 by Aurah the son of Aurah Fadanku, the 22nd Sarkin karshi. >> When i needed a place to be for the Sallah break, I thought of going to Mada Station, Nasarawa Eggon, Nasarawa State. The Gwandara are believed to be the descendants of Barbushe and the original inhabitants of Kano before the Bagauda descendants arrived Kano. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); You have entered an incorrect email address! Meanwhile, a certain Imoru Makama (Dogo), who was head of military from far back Abu Zanga era, had continued to prove himself worthy of the appointment by subduing the surrounding country. However, the Koma tribe currently is located in Jada LGA of Adamawa State, Nigeria. Other tribes found in Taraba state include the below tribes; Diba tribe Gornum tribe Bobua Tribe Banda tribe Betso Tribe Bakulung Tribe Bambuko tribe Tarok Tribe Babur Tribe Related: LIST OF TRIBES IN TARABA STATE LIST OF TRIBES IN JIGAWA STATE Six Geopolitical Zones In Nigeria And Their States LIST OF ALL TRIBES IN ADAMAWA STATE NIGERIA The then Chief of Karshi, Alhaji Mamman Na-Aurah decided to remain within the Federal Capital Territory while others migrated and were resettled in some parts of the then Plateau State. These mineral resources are also found in Nasarawa State: Coal, Dolomite/Marble, coal, Sapphire, Talc, Quartz, Tantalite, Tourmaline, Mica, Chalcopyrite, Clay, Cassirite, Iron-Ore, Columbite, Galena and Feldspar[15], The state has a College of Education in Akwanga,[16] Federal Polytechnic Nasarawa,[17] Federal College of Education (Technical) Keana, College of Agriculture in Lafia, Isa Mustapha Agwai I Polytechnic Lafia, Nasarawa State University[18] Faculty of Agriculture Lafia Campus, a newly established Federal University of Lafia,[19] Mewar International University at Masaka, Bingham University at Karu, Hill College of Education Gwanje Akwanga, NACAP polytechnic Akwanga, Command secondary school Lafia, Command secondary school Rinze, Vocational And Relevant technology board, and many primary and secondary schools including the Federal Government Girls College, Keana, Nasarawa State is home to the Farin Ruwa Falls in Wamba Local Government area of the state. The Fulani men are easily identified with their mode of dressing which is putting on a flowing gown referred to as the Babban Riga while their women are known to put on a blouse and tie wrappers. The Emir of Zaria temporised and appointed him chief of the still-to-be conquered Igbira country (the Kingdom of Panda) which till then had remained immune and independent. With time, the name shortened to GWANDARA. Yakubu 1666-1682, It also contains various minerals such as salt, baryte, and bauxite, which are mostly mined by artisanal miners. (2006) local government area, 189,835. Karu is the administrative headquarters of the Karu Local Government Area (LGA), one of the 13 LGAs that make up Nasarawa State. In 1987 during the movement for creation of FCT, there was a moved to resettled the people of karshi. x^Zr}W[%nvf? Captain Moloney then sent Mr. Webster to call up the troops. Nasarawa State is inhabited by various ethnic groups, including the Koro and Yeskwa in the far northwest; the Kofyar in the far northeast; the Eggon, Gwandara, Mada, Ninzo, and Nungu in the north; the Alago, Goemai, and Megili in the east; Eloyi (Ajiri/Afo) in the south; the Tiv in the southeast; the Idoma in southwest; and the Gade and Gbagyi in the west while the Hausa and Fulani live throughout the state. 3 0 obj Prior to this rupture Makama Dogo had given his daughter Halima to Jibirilu in marriage and though she ran away from Keffi and joined her father at Yankardi. The Magaji was a man of strong character and was in obstinate opposition to the establishment of British rule, though his resistance up to 1902 had been rather of a passive than an active character. The Bura people are discovered in Adamawa state, Gombi Local government precisely. As a sign of remembrance, the late Captain Moloney Tomb was immortalized. In the Bille Tribe, Christianity is a dominant religion. "/J3$sAo"B-oPEOd?%*iwr0 0YZpcPZ$ 3mRL4Rez-nTZFRzPS_)=*.TCUp:@&4iCDN]MI+NU;=3fj,qwH~'y?uk 4I9!i@375\cqp\AZ}JF(lTevCyAHPU{ PO$fu}~ The governor said the objective of the forum was in line with the effort his administration has been making since he assumed office in the last two years. Tribes And Culture: The Ancient City of Keffi (Nasarawa State ). Before making travel plans based on data presented here, please confirm with other sources to the extent possible. Aura Sogo 1682-1700, Mamman Danbaba from Kano 1366-1396, The Governor of Nasarawa State, Abdullahi Sule, has lauded the forum of ethnic nationalities for organising a youth summit aimed at building bridges of unity amongst different tribes in the state. In history, the people of Eggon where governed by traditional religious laws by a caretaker Chief Priest Adanashim. The natives of Keffi are very receptive, extremely friendly and highly accommodating; little wonder the town houses people from different tribes. As far back as the 18th century or beyond, various movement and settlements into the (Nasarawa) province had happened already. He was instrumental to the establishment of the first primary school in Karshi community now known as Aura primary school. With strong adherence to their beliefs, they have kept the statutes of old and regarded the position of a ruling clan in each settlement called Tsagbeju. Keffi has always been a home for me since my first visit. (LogOut/ Thank you very much sir. Populations are scaled to the current year. Other key industries are services, especially in urban areas, and the livestock herding and ranching of cattle, goats, and sheep. If you want cheap Tubbers of Yam, Maize, Rice, any grain harvest you can think of in NigeriaThey also have one of the best Tailors with latest designs (Oga Ustas), Barbers, Hairdressers, and so on For just chikin Money. Life there is very cheap (trust me).Food: Their Tuwo Shikafa, Masara, Doya with Mai-Kuka soup is one compared to none. Let us know if you have suggestions to improve this article (requires login). /F4 15 0 R Sharki Akwara 1512-1527, Data is not as precise as it appears. Please that hill you mentioned, where exactly is it located, I would love to visit there too! 4 Nice work sir, Remain Bless, Beautiful, am also from keffi please can I make use of the writeup I am working on something similar The real beauty of Keffi goes beyond the hospitality of its people and the cheap livelihood of its inhabitants; Keffi possesses a few ancient monuments that are rich in culture and history, one of which is the Late Captain Moloney. The Banso Tribe was formerly known as the Nso till they were conquered in the 17th century by the Fulani tribe; however, the Banso tribe is not only found in Adamawa state, Nigeria but also found in Cameroon, meanwhile, in Nigeria, the Banso tribe is found in the Local Government area of Sauduna. Their first place of settlement is called KUPAYI around 1366, which is about 5km west of the present day Karshi and 27km away from the Federal Capital City. One of his successors, Muhammadu (reigned 18781922), enlarged the emirate by various conquests and, in 1900, was one of the first emirs to pledge allegiance to Great Britain. - Few evangelicals and few who identify as Christians. This the High Commissioner (Frederick Lugard wasnt happy about. The people of Eggon are inhabits Nasarawa State in the mid-belt of Nigeria. My encounter with them during my compulsory NYSC service was the best moments spent away from home. - Evangelicals have a significant presence. Updates? Nasarawa is also religiously diverse as about 60% of the state's population are Muslim with around 30% being Christian and the remaining 10% following traditional ethnic religions.[7]. Sidi Imoru was succeeded by Ibrahima, ninth son of Abdu Zanga, the succession thus skipping three brothers Yamusa, Sulimanu and Isiaku (all of them older than Ibrahima). 1835 A.D Nasarawa (originally of the keffi Fulani). Ibrahima ruled until the arrival of the British. Subsequently, Danbaba and his followers migrated from the present Dala Kano to safeguard their faith and gods. The town is also the cradle of Alago civilization, one of the major ethnic groups in the state. Blanks mean an unknown value. Progressively, education and civilization has changed the general lifestyle within the Emirate. The apparent position of the Magaji was that of accredited agent of the Emir of Zaria who was the sovereign. Prof Shehu who is also the Vice Chancellor, Federal University, Lafia, also said policymakers at all levels should provide decent opportunities for the youths to have decent lives as a way of tackling insecurity. wm[\33x.qbXi2Qx\7_y5= (d! They are also found in little settlements like Kokona, Doma, Obi, Keana and Wamba. These people have things in common with other northerners such as mode of dresses which involves the men wearing flowing gowns and women tie wrappers alongside putting on blouses and hijab headcovers. The general population of the Eggon people using current statistical analysis . Traditionally, during child birth, the midwife who is already familiar with the family chooses betrothed male or female from her clan depending on the sex of the child being born. Farming is a major occupation for the Baya tribe; they cultivate yam, maize, rice, coffee, and tobacco. Though am from the Eastern part of the country, Dear Muzzamil, this is quiet rich and impressive. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}). His mother was late Ama Amagwadu, a Gade woman from old Owa village (now part of Rafinkwara village, Nasarawa state). All rights reserved. It has some indigenous festivals and events: Another well known cultural and historic event in Keffi is the Sharo (Fulani). e.=*[O=|||jT_O)[L+SZj&ii]Oo'MO:ys>%QiM:-JuK1,2>`T# The Gude people are currently present in Mubi local government of Adamawa State, the Gude people are majorly known to rear cattle. Today they have restructured their ruling patterns and the first class chieftain title is called the Aren Eggon (Father/Chief of Eggon). Vocational Training and Technical College Karshi. The arrest at Abuja of a number of chiefs, and the death from wounds of the Sariki himself had a certain effect in Keffi, and the Magaji evidently thought that his time had come. The Emirate has the Emir has its head supported by serving chiefs. << Weather. The Bachama tribe is known to have originated from Sokoto state Nigeria, these people are also known as the Bwatiyes people which are majorly traced down to Lamurde Local Government in Adamawa state and known to be their settlement. The Gwandara political system is similar to the early Hausa-City states. Modernization has gradually made the facial marks extinct and can only be seen on the aged folks. Tribes And Culture : The Badagry People of Lagos. The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) operates train services between Kuru, Gombe and Maiduguri. Imoru on his return to Keffi from this trip to Zaria found he had incurred Jibirilus hostility and, severing his connection with Keffi, he went further South and camped with his followers at a place called Yankardi. Afo tribe is a top three majority tribes in Nasarawa State after Alago And Eggon tribes. The Eggon generally believe in Ahogben (God) who is far beyond the sky and they believe he created man and the universe and anything good is from him, because he is far above they feel they can only communicate to him through Ashim (a close god to humans) which is a supreme God. Could you please reach out to me on 08035074839 or kindly send all your writeups on Keffi to me. )szkKUfP*(@\2}`iv [}aY_G;d q0Em)i` V^K: V^\X> ,VklI#|-CI+$({8q7E*kbBdI9IfwVOH541Ls . In the pre-colonial period, the area that is now Nasarawa State was split up between various states with some states being tiny and village-based as others were part of larger empires until the early 1800s when the Fulani jihad annexed the region and placed the area under the Sokoto Caliphate as the vassal states of Keffi, Lafia, and Nassarawa. Smiles. Find a People Group, Language, Country, Resource. Dear Muzammil, really wonderful piece of introduction to the town of Keffi, you have drawn us over already. The origination of this tribe remains unknown, but they are located in Adama state and speak the Hausa language but are not Hausas. /Resources << This chieftain title is open to all indisputable Eggon men; basically from the three (3) major clans of the Eggon people Anzo, Eholo, and Eggon Ero. According to historical records, during the reign of Muhammadu Rumfa (1463-1499), Islam was introduced into the courts of Kano. A freelance (creative) writer who uses his works to inspire other creative and productive fellows. The Baya tribe is known to originate from Adamawa state, however, they are also found in Cameroon, Republic of Congo, and the Central African Republic. No person outside the Royal family, no matter his wealth and popularity becomes the chief, unless he is from the royal family. On the period of her wedding the friends (25) of the young man must cultivate a farm land of the bride and her parents. As always, trust Muzzammilwrites to bring you scoops of all other tribes as mentioned above. Just like other cultures, festivity is an integral part of the Eggon way. Change). Values for %Christian Adherent and %Evangelical (which determine unreached status) are often informed estimates, some more accurate than others. According to a Gwandara youth, The group now referred to as Gwandara were idol worshippers, alongside their kith and kin the Hausas. They are called "Madan Dutse" which means the Hill Mada but the Eggon are different from the Mada who are popularly called "Madan Kasa". Na-Aurah was a devout Muslim and a jihadist per excellence who led a successful Islamic revolution that bring to the enthronement of Islam in his immediate milieu and its neighborhood. However, the Gombi Local government has been under the Boko Haram Terrorist attacks which have hereby made the Gombi tribe vacate their home in Gombi Adamawa state. Bawa Ara 1441-1460, Nasarawa State Flag Seal Nicknames: Home of Solid Minerals Location of Nasarawa State in Nigeria Coordinates: 832N818E / 8.533N 8.300E / 8.533; 8.300Coordinates: 832N818E / 8.533N 8.300E / Country Nigeria Date created 1 October 1996 Capital Lafia Government Body Government of Nasarawa State Governor[2] Abdullahi Sule(APC) The family members of the deceased shave half of their heads as a symbol of mourning and prevention of being attacked by the dead. The resettlement committee chaired by Usman Sabo Ago built a palace and some houses for those who are willing to be resettled subsequently Alh. The town lies just north of a fork in the Okwa River, which is a tributary of the Benue River. They barely wait for rain to start cultivating/farming. He is a graduate of Linguistics from the University of Ilorin. Karshi weather conditions are very favorable for agricultural product with average temperature from 22 Celsius to 38 Celsius. 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