Maizabo reigned for 15 years, and died in 1835. The general population of the Eggon people using current statistical analysis ranges from approximately 237,000 inhabitants, with 20% as Christians, 65% still practicing ethnic religion passed on from generations, and 15% practicing Islam. An exclusive interview of Clans head in Aku village Nassarawa state, Chief Baba Aku, describes the Eggon people as the first settlers in Nassarawa. While every effort has been made to follow citation style rules, there may be some discrepancies. His mother was late Ama Amagwadu, a Gade woman from old Owa village (now part of Rafinkwara village, Nasarawa state). Nevertheless youre a genius or I can call you goru . Mamman Danbaba from Kano 1366-1396, endobj I am glad you like it. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. /F6 21 0 R They are also found in little settlements like Kokona, Doma, Obi, Keana and Wamba. 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 Its hard to tell which is dominant. 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. Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. 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. Obayaya 1727-1727, His attempt was thus punished by Zaria and Abdu Zanga was forced to become a vassal of Zaria (Mallam Musa, first Emir, who claimed that the Emir of Sokoto had allotted to him the country down to the Benue) to pay annual tribute in slaves, and to hold his title direct from Zaria. The first chief of Karshi was Mallam Danbaba from Kano [3] who ruled for a period of 30 years (1366-1396). Much thanks. 1835 A.D Nasarawa (originally of the keffi Fulani). Ibrahim Danbaba 1396-1416, stream Gombi is known as a tribe and also a local government area 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. In fact, I grew & schooled in keffi. A place where the people are always ready to receive strangers with open warmth of embrace. Karshi Future Youth Forum now known as Karshi Youth Forum (KYF), Karshi People's Congress (KPC), and others, This page was last edited on 28 January 2023, at 22:26. The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) operates train services between Kuru, Gombe and Maiduguri. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); The Nigeria Police Force headquarters in Abuja has debunked news trending on social media regarding the alleged 2019 The Sun Nigeria - Managed by Netsera. The 26th chief of Karshi was HRH Alhaji Abdulkadir Mamman who ruled for 12 years (1983-1995). According to Chief Baba Aku, the mode of life style of the Nasarawa people have been passed on from generation to generation such as; mode of exchanging pleasantries Agba (I welcome you).. Mi-o-ma-gu (Are you in Peace?). 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. However, Islamic is their major religion. A Glance Historical Review by Badamasi Haruna Adamu, Department of Political Science UniKeff, 2016, Brief Glance of Karshi Historical Review by A. It has some indigenous festivals and events: Another well known cultural and historic event in Keffi is the Sharo (Fulani). Subsequently, Danbaba and his followers migrated from the present Dala Kano to safeguard their faith and gods. The Daka people are known for their skillful works of art and metal works. Most people believe that the Fulanis are nomads whereas they are not. << Change), You are commenting using your Facebook account. It was an annual festival that comes before the rains, involving dancing around the Dala hills for seven days. Bille is one of the tribes discovered in Adamawa state and also a town in North-east Nigeria, the language known to be spoken by the Bille people is termed the Bille language which was named after the tribe. The only time the Government is close to them is during campaigns and after that, no moreWell that is not the reason i'm here but it hurts so bad that i can't ignore.Language: Hausa is the major, English as secondary and Eggon Language.Major Occupation: Agriculture is the their number one source of Income. Although, these movement cannot be so traced with lucid certainty. /F2 9 0 R "/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}~ It is particularly a non-Arabic influenced Hausa, Gwandara words such as Koshiya, Sakata, Adaka, Burgami, Giwa and so on, buttress this Hausa root, he added. I remember wanting to audience one of this event before a very good friend of mine (Olaniyi Ibrahim) stopped me. 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. (LogOut/ The protectorate later merged into British Nigeria in 1914 before becoming independent as Nigeria in 1960. Our editors will review what youve submitted and determine whether to revise the article. Farming and mining (for tin and columbite) are the principal activities of the areas predominantly Afo population. Only but a few other tribes (within the province) were not subdued by the raging Fulani dynasty and were able to maintain their resistance even up till the arrival of the British rule. This is done to avoid confusion regarding the current reality of a people group, to fix grammar and spelling and to avoid potentially offensive wording. Islam is the major religion of the people in Karshi central area while few minority tribes dispatch around the area practice Christianity. 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. I have been trying to reach you without success. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. Molaney hill/tomb. The Banso people do not speak the Hausa language, they speak a language called the Lamnso Language which is somewhat similar to the Hausa language. Annually, the people of Eggon come from various locations all over the world to feast and show love to one another. Captain Maloney Hill is situated behind the Emir Palace, Keffi. The Fulani tribe is an easily identified tribes all over Nigeria because they are known for cattle rearing, though, cattle rearing is not the Fulani tribes only cultural heritage, but just a major part of their culture. Thanks and God bless. 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 far back as the 18th century or beyond, various movement and settlements into the (Nasarawa) province had happened already. Correcting the wrongs in the society with every chance possible. 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. Omissions? We are glad you like it, Angela. Nasarawa, also spelled Nassarawa, town, Nassarawa state, central Nigeria. They also move from there and founded what is the present day Karshi Town in the Federal Capital Territory. During the course, an ambitious Abdullahi (better known as Abdu Zanga) a Katsina Fulani, persuaded a number of cattle- owning Fulani like himself to band themselves to structurally take over the town. Mada, Nungu, and Mama tribes (very close to the Bauchi Plateau) and some more are amongst the independent tribes. %PDF-1.5 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]. Please that hill you mentioned, where exactly is it located, I would love to visit there too! Alh mamman Na-Aura refused to moved, Alh. Based on research and archive studies, the early history of the though bigger Nasarawa province is not effectively documented. (LogOut/ [5] The state has thirteen local government areas and its capital is Lafia, located in the east of the state, while a key economic centre of the state is the Karu Urban Areasuburbs of Abujaalong the western border with the FCT. 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. wm[\33x.qbXi2Qx\7_y5= (d! Your email address will not be published. % >> The Gude people are currently present in Mubi local government of Adamawa State, the Gude people are majorly known to rear cattle. Readerslogue serves you information and enlightenment at your fingertips. Ibrahima was a mere figurehead. This means preference to dance than conversion to Islam. It is believed that the ambitious Abdu Zanga attempted to obtain his title (and a flag) direct from Othman Dan Fodio, Emir of Sokoto. The town is also the cradle of Alago civilization, one of the major ethnic groups in the state. The total annual rainfall is between 1,145.6 mm and 1,631.7 mm (Kanayochukwu and Dogo . The Magaji seeing that his arrest was imminent rushed out of his house and killed Captain Moloney and the Political Agent, Audu, who was acting as interpreter, and was thought, had falsely translated what Captain Moloney had said. 9M_((&7JXCRXkb;|h_8W!MVwBO . But i think they are more of Christians than Muslims there..Tell me, where would i rather be if not Mada on a Sallah Fest..?In a nutshell, My Sallah break was fun.How did u spend yours?#Elijah #Kennygeesilver #Eggon #Nasarawa that hill you mentioned is, surely, one of the reasons why its called home of solid minerals. Today Islam and Christianity are the major religion in the land. Osoko 1492-1512, Smiles. This is my best part, i get Mama there wey dey supply me anytime, anyday.Religion: Christainity and Islam. Makama Dogo appears to have been magnanimous and returned her to Keffi, saying that his quarrel was as between men and did not affect the women of the respective households. Nasarawa is a market centre for the yams, sorghum, millet, soybeans, shea nuts, and cotton grown in the surrounding area. Mamo 1860-1890, Tribes And Culture: The Ancient City of Keffi (Nasarawa State ). Similarly, Daniel Ayunbuga-Yaro, President of the Eggon Youths Movement, said the summit was conceived and implemented to restore peace unity and to disabuse the minds of people that the various ethnic groups in the state do not like each other. Government Secondary School Karshi was established in 1981. Karshi town, believed to be one of the oldest settlement in the middle belt zone, it was founded by Mallam Danbaba. Required fields are marked *. The Bura people are discovered in Adamawa state, Gombi Local government precisely. A. Haruna Department of Geology and Mining UniKeff. Keffi is wonderful to live in, its peaceful, the people accommodating & less expensive to stay. Kokosha 1932-1944, Alhaji Mamman Aura 1944-1983, When i needed a place to be for the Sallah break, I thought of going to Mada Station, Nasarawa Eggon, Nasarawa State. The Kanuris major occupation is farming, and they majorly deal with millet, rice, and maize. Jibirilu died in 1859, and was succeeded by his brothers, in order of seniority until 1894: Mohamadu, Ahamadu and Mallam Sidi, also known as Sidi Imoru. it is quite inspirational to see people like you who explore our rich histories to enlighten ourselves. Before making travel plans based on data presented here, please confirm with other sources to the extent possible. Hausa, one of the three major languages in the country is a common language of inter-ethnic communication in the two states; and it He migrated from Kano in the year 1476, as a result of their refusal to embrace Islam, and rather stuck with their old system of worship which included dancing. Little, if any, history of Christianity. 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. Joshua Project may be able to provide more information than what is published on this site. History [ edit] Thank you. Mamman Na-Aurah was a Prince from Nani Ada Dende lineage of ancient royal stool of karshi. /Length 2972 All rights reserved. Aura Sogo 1682-1700, Lugard had this to say about the Nasarawa province in 1902: in the Nasarawa country, a once fertile and populous province, one can now only, view the remains and ruins of the large and totally deserted towns, bearing witness to the desolating wrought by 100 years of internecine strife and slave-raiding by the Fulani. The stockade thus gave it its name Keffi; from the word Kaffimeans stockade or barrier. Facts can only be garnered from references to legends and oral literatures. Economically, Nasarawa State is largely based around agriculture, mainly of sesame, soybeans, groundnut, millet, maize, and yam crops. After consent, the gamba leaf would be assembled by the suitors and foodstuff on agreement of the girls parents. Right here, we will discuss the Kanuri Tribe, the Kanuri tribe is somewhat like the tribe of the Hausas and Fulani in Adamawa state, meanwhile, the Kanuri tribe originated from Borno state Nigeria and hereby wandered into Adamawa state. DST Changes. /Resources << The state has been beset by violence at various points throughout its history, most notably the ongoing conflict between herders and farmers primarily over land rights. A PROPOSAL FOR THE PLANNING OF FINAL YEAR WEEK. The Magaji then fled Northwards and though pursued was not captured. Magaji declined to do so and the Assistant Resident was then sent to fetch him, but was set on by the Magajis retainers and eventually thrown out, narrowly escaping with his life. - Few evangelicals, but many who identify as Christians. Thanks so much. The Makpngibi men digs the grave; dug up to four feet like a round tube with a parallel passageway leading out of it. Speaking of roots and origination, it is believed that the Fulani tribe originated from the Middle East and they are probably the first tribe to receive Islamic religion as their religion in Nigeria, more also, they are the tribe responsible for the widespread of Islamic religion in the northern states of Nigeria. According to S. O. Ayih (2003,2012 and 2013) who wrote extensively on the history of Gwandara, there were over 100 Gwandara towns and villages in Nigeria and they cut across Nasarawa, Kaduna, Niger, FCT, Kogi, Plateau, Taraba and Benue states. Apart from the Ashim, there are some religions practiced by individuals or families such as Akuk, Arikya, Gango and Yamba. Tribes And Culture : The Badagry People of Lagos. The men and maidens dress in traditional regalia, the men also display armories (knives, spears, shield made out of wild ox skin, bow and arrow) used in the past to fight the local wars. So we can help you out with some things. The name KARSHI emanate from the words UNGUWAR KASHI which means an area were bones are gathered. 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. I can tell, you exact picture of what the whole thing looks like. However, the major occupations of these people are farming and fishing. They migrated and joined the Kwararafa kingdom, after the dissipation of the kingdom they crossed the Benue River at Ibi. A. F. Usman ^uUtxlXy1V!%j They are mainly found in Lafia, Akwanga, Keffi and Nasarawa Eggon local government areas of the state. On October 3rd, 1902, accompanied by the Assistant Resident (Mr. Webster) he proceeded to the square fronting the Emirs and Magajis residences and summoned the Magaji to attend. The Baya people are known to be good at throwing knives. The major occupation of this tribe is farming. In fact, it houses the Nasarawa State University as commissioned by Sen. Abdulahi Adamu during his reign as Governor. 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) This was later shortened to KARSHI. Values for %Christian Adherent and %Evangelical (which determine unreached status) are often informed estimates, some more accurate than others. Tourists love to go hiking on this beautiful and high hill overlooking the Nasarawa Eggon local government and surrounding areas. 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. King Rumfa, determined to root out all pagan practices, came into conflict with his son Prince Karshi, who did not accept Islam, but preferred the religion of his forefathers which was the worship of Tsumburbura. The corpse would be laid in, heading the east wards as they believed that all men migrated from the east. The Late Captain Moloney tomb is situated on a hill near Keffi. However, in 1945 Mamman Na-Aura moved the community from Kupai to karshi today where Alhaji Isma'ila Mohammed Danladi is now the Emir. Bahago 1815-1840, Stay glued. Muhammad Danladi Yakubu, a former Deputy Governor of Plateau State, Alh Usman Sabo Ago, among others. Mada Station, is rich in agricultural produce. Tag: List of tribes in Adamawa state Nigeria. Keffi is home to me even though I reside in Lagos now but occasionally I do pay visit to childhood friends and some family members who still reside there. /Filter /FlateDecode However, to preserve their culture, Gwandara Development Educational and Cultural Association (GWADECA) sprung up from Gwandara Youth Club (GYC) which was formed in Kaduna in 1970. 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. Ibrahima ruled until the arrival of the British. The Babur tribe discovered in Adamawa state is believed to have originated from Yemen through the Sahara desert and Sudan. A peep into the history of the Gwandara an ethnic group spread across northern states in Nigeria, but majorly found in Nasarawa and the. Ensuring a camaraderie in all disposition we find ourselves. Encyclopaedia Britannica's editors oversee subject areas in which they have extensive knowledge, whether from years of experience gained by working on that content or via study for an advanced degree. This is my number 08035074839. Nasarawa, also spelled Nassarawa, town, Nassarawa state, central Nigeria. 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. Bawa Ara 1441-1460, The Governor of Nasarawa State is the regional executive of Nasarawa. Abdu Zanga (known also as Abdullahi) died in 1820, and was succeeded by his brother Maizabo. [14], Nasarawa State has agriculture as the mainstay of its economy with the production of varieties of cash crops throughout the year. Also notable is the Eggon hills of the Eggon people which is situated around Nasarawa Eggon. Aura 1556-1566, The Eggons are largely. Governor Sule disclosed this on Saturday in Lafia at the maiden edition of the Nasarawa State Youth Summit organised by the forum of Nasarawa State ethnic nationalities. Vocational Training and Technical College Karshi. [21], "Nasarawa" redirects here. Pilot Science Primary School Karshi which was the first school in 1945. Nasarawa is a Local Government Area in Nasarawa State, Nigeria. Originally, modern-day Nasarawa State was a part of the post-independence Northern Region until 1967 when the region was split and the area became part of the Benue-Plateau State. In cas you have old maps also, I would appreciate them. Entertainment for leisure. Knowledge is power, information is superior. Dr. Shehu Chindo Yamusa III, PhD. The Salt Village in the Keana Local Government Area of the State produces naturally iodized salt from the lake located nearby. 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