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. The Gwandara engaged in farming, hunting, dyeing, blacksmithing and weaving but western education and technological advancement have seen many abandon these professions. >> Tribes and Culture: Keffi Emirate Sitting at the central part of Nigeria (Nasarawa State to be precise) and populated with about. Annually, the people of Eggon come from various locations all over the world to feast and show love to one another. Research shows that before the advent of the colonialist, a rundown on the migration of the people of Eggon shows that; they were inhabitants of Ngazargamu, now known as Borno State. The Salt Village in the Keana Local Government Area of the State produces naturally iodized salt from the lake located nearby. 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. Predominantly located in Lafia, few more at Akwanga, Keffi, and Eggon local government areas of Nasarawa. 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?). A peep into the history of the Gwandara an ethnic group spread across northern states in Nigeria, but majorly found in Nasarawa and the. - Few evangelicals and few who identify as Christians. Economically, Nasarawa State is largely based around agriculture, mainly of sesame, soybeans, groundnut, millet, maize, and yam crops. May I request that you send me your references because I happen to be working on a project regarding Keffi history? Today Islam and Christianity are the major religion in the land. Their traditional religion believes that all men and women who die transcends to the spirit world, and can only see Angbashim, not the god head, Ahogben. 3 0 obj 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. Correcting the wrongs in the society with every chance possible. %PDF-1.5 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. 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. This is my number 08035074839. The major occupation of this tribe is farming. The town is served by a secondary school and a hospital. Thank you. /F3 12 0 R He appears to have got on well with Abdullahi and Maizabo, but fell out with Jibirilu, who was his son-in-law. The family members of the deceased shave half of their heads as a symbol of mourning and prevention of being attacked by the dead. Tribes And Culture: The Ancient City of Keffi (Nasarawa State ). 530 likes. In 1976 Nasarawa became part of Plateau state; in 1996, it became part of Nassarawa state. The Bata tribe is known to be in Mubi, Numan, and song local government area of Adamawa state. I will let you know when next I make my trip into the city. 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Please refer to the appropriate style manual or other sources if you have any questions. The Gombi Tribe people are majorly known as farmers and traders which are their main occupation, however, the Gombi people are known to be idol worshippers, though, very few numbers of them practice Islam. The Baya tribe people are mostly Christians, but, all the same, witchcraft is widely practiced in the Baya tribe. 1835 A.D Nasarawa (originally of the keffi Fulani). The Magaji then fled Northwards and though pursued was not captured. [3] Late Captain Moloney is a colonialist who happened to be a victim of British colonial resistance by the great Keffi emirate. The Gwandara are believed to be the descendants of Barbushe and the original inhabitants of Kano before the Bagauda descendants arrived Kano. 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. Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. His mother was late Ama Amagwadu, a Gade woman from old Owa village (now part of Rafinkwara village, Nasarawa state). Dr Salisu Usman Ogbo: Bellos Man Rebuilding Kogi Education, Contempt Of Court: Govs, CBN Gov, AGF, Bank CEOs, Others Risk Jail Terms, Benue Farmer Values Loss, As Flood Covers Farmland, FirstFounders Inc., PropTech Hub Africa Inc. Skydive To Celebrate GITEX Global 2022 Dubai, Disturbing Statistics of Health Surveys On Under-5 Mortality, Safety Tips For Public Places, COVID-19 Second Wave. They are mainly found in Lafia, Akwanga, Keffi and Nasarawa Eggon local government areas of the state. Tribes and Culture: The Igbomina Yoruba Race (In Kwara and Osun states) 1, 1802 A.D Keffi circa (originally Katsina Fulani), 1804 A.D Abuja (originally Habe, kingdom of Zozo), 1804 A.D Lafia Beriberi circa (originally Bornuese), 1811 A.D Jemaan Darroro (originally cattle Fulani trunkajur). 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. Towns and villages that make up Karu LGA include Gidan Mangoro, Gitata, Karshi, Karu, Uke, Achak, Jemage, and Kukuri. He was instrumental to the establishment of the first primary school in Karshi community now known as Aura primary school. The postal code of the area is 962. On the east, it connects the trunk highway at Akwanga, and the main railway at Lafia. Muhammad Danladi Yakubu, a former Deputy Governor of Plateau State, Alh Usman Sabo Ago, among others. actually Im not from there but I love the people lifestyle according to your historical view. Example objects like the Ashim (represents the supernatural as it rids off all forms of evil from the possessor; it is also known to extract truth from liars and thieves), other popular supernatural deities include; Akuk, Arikya, Gango and Yamba and used by various families depending on the needs for survival, childbirth, bountiful yield, protection etc. 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 The name KARSHI emanate from the words UNGUWAR KASHI which means an area were bones are gathered. /Parent 2 0 R On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. A Glance Historical Review by Badamasi Haruna Adamu, Department of Political Science UniKeff, 2016, Brief Glance of Karshi Historical Review by A. wm[\33x.qbXi2Qx\7_y5= (d! From January to April sacrifices of animals are made to the gods to ensure rainfall for the cultivation season, and a renewal of sacrifices to appease the gods in September. I can tell, you exact picture of what the whole thing looks like. that hill you mentioned is, surely, one of the reasons why its called home of solid minerals. The Late Captain Moloney tomb is situated on a hill near Keffi. Captain Moloney was a man of strong character and determined action. Lol. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Vocational Training and Technical College Karshi. Karshi Satellite Town Development Agency(STDA). They are passionate in their dealings and interactions with people, very religious, hardworking and accommodating.I had trouble adjusting to life there at first, all i see the challenges in the environment and all i do was to complain cos i never imagined a place without power supply still exist in this century of ours, water was also a major problem. A place where the people are always ready to receive strangers with open warmth of embrace. The aged and dormant Emir, Ibrahima of Keffi, was also removed and Abdullahi, sixth son of Jibirilu (third Emir of Keffi), was formally appointed Emir in 1902, and in 1905 was presented with, a Second-grade Staff by His Excellency the High Commissioner, Sir F. D. Lugard. Speaking of meals, they majorly prefer millet, rice, sorghum, and maize. 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. 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. Populations are scaled to the current year. In fact, it houses the Nasarawa State University as commissioned by Sen. Abdulahi Adamu during his reign as Governor. Modernization has gradually made the facial marks extinct and can only be seen on the aged folks. The Gude people are currently present in Mubi local government of Adamawa State, the Gude people are majorly known to rear cattle. Sharki Mamman Na-Aurah They have so far succeeded and have kept the political and social relationship among the different ethic tribes in constant state of political tension. Nassarawa State was created on 1 st October 1996, with Lafia as its capital. Keffi has always been a home for me since my first visit. You risk losing your crops to drought, NiMet warns farmers preparing to plant, Nigeria lost $5.7bn to assets leasing, concessioning Reps, Our abductors beat us when we requested to pray Escaped cleric, Female student turns polythene bag to fuel, VIDEO EXPLAINER: What you need to know about new withdrawal policy, 20 P.O.W Mafemi Crescent, Utako District, Abuja. Well, you will find out that later on in this article, chill out guys and ride along as we unveil the tribes in this State. Its geographical coordinates are 8 49' 40" North, 7 33' 0" East and its original name (with diacritics) is Karshi. We are glad you love it. The Eggons are largely. Nasarawa, also spelled Nassarawa, town, Nassarawa state, central Nigeria. This multiplicity of ethnic groups is an asset and has given rise to a variety of arts, crafts, cultural festivals and dance groups. Our editors will review what youve submitted and determine whether to revise the article. The predominant tribe in this town is the Gwandaras who constitute about 85% of the total population. Initially Karshi was part of Zaria Emirate; the Turakin Zazzau (Zaria) who represented the Emir of Zaria was the overseer of the Administration of Karshi. Keffi is located just west of a junction of local roads that gives it quick access to Abuja and Nasarawa Toto. /Resources << I am inspired by your work to give more details in the chapter two of my project work. The indigenous natives of Nasarawa State and Plateau State fall within the various minority ethnic groups in North-Central Nigeria. U detailed it as it is, especially the late capt. Ensuring a camaraderie in all disposition we find ourselves. Omissions? The governor also used the occasion and commended President Muhammadu Buhari for approving the establishment of the Agricultural Development Institute in Nasarawa State. 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. The state legislature, Nasarawa State House of Assembly, is located in the capital of Lafia. I can tell you are definitely enjoying your stay sir. They can also be found in Kokona, villages around Doma, Obi, Keana and Wamba. Based on research and archive studies, the early history of the though bigger Nasarawa province is not effectively documented. Islam is the major religion of the people in Karshi central area while few minority tribes dispatch around the area practice Christianity. The Eggon are also known as Mo Eggon. 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. The state is an agrarian society and also acclaimed as "The Food Basket of the Nation". The Emirates include: 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. The relative humidity ranges from 20 to 30% in the dry season and an average of 70% in the raining season. About your research and references, i will get back to you soon via mail. 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) - Few evangelicals, but significant number who identify as Christians. Farming is a major occupation for the Baya tribe; they cultivate yam, maize, rice, coffee, and tobacco. Could you please reach out to me on 08035074839 or kindly send all your writeups on Keffi to me. 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. If developed, the site can be an alternative holiday picnic centre for people in Keffi, Abuja and beyond. Wakayi 1916-1932, >> Farming is the predominant occupations of Karshi people that yield to large production of agricultural product such as Yam tuber, cassava tuber, grain maize, rice, millet, sorghum, and groundnut|. Joshua Project may be able to provide more information than what is published on this site. The present Chief of Karshi HRH Alhaji Ismaila Danladi Mohammad ascended the throne since 1997 till date. [2] 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. They are also found in little settlements like Kokona, Doma, Obi, Keana and Wamba. The majority thinks that only the Hausa and Fulani tribe fills most of the northern state, but no, we have different tribes in the northern state apart from the Hausas and Fulanis. 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. In the 80s with the creation of Abuja as Federal Capital Territory some Gwandaras left to create what is known today as New Karshi in Nasarawa State with a first class Emir, Muhammadu Bako III (PhD). Are you still there so we can hopefully catch up someday? Daily Sun reports that the occasion was attended by Presidents of Eggon Youths, Mada, Bassa, Alago, Ninzom, Gwandara, Ebgura, Migili, Yoruba, Agatu, Tiv, Hausa-Fulani, among others. The Gwandara political system is similar to the early Hausa-City states. Am mohammed Maiwada Bala the SANTURAKI of KEFFI..a traditional title holder of the Keffi emirate. Akwara II 1566-1575, The Kanuris major occupation is farming, and they majorly deal with millet, rice, and maize. 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. Scripture Prayers for the Eggon in Nigeria. 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. Data is not as precise as it appears. 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. They are in Kanke Local Government Area, believed to have settled earlier than other ethnic groups. - Few evangelicals, but many who identify as Christians. | Official Site of Nasarawa State", "Nasarawa Massacre: 'Barbarians' on rampage, By Dele Agekameh | Premium Times Nigeria", "Natural Resources Welcome To The Embassy of Nigeria", "Full List of Courses Offered In College Of Education, Akwanga (COEAKWANGA)", "Official List of Courses Offered in Federal polytechnic, Nasarawa (NASARAWAPOLY) - Myschool", "Official List of Courses Offered in Nasarawa State University (NSUK) - Myschool", "List Of Courses Offered at FULAFIA with Admission Requirements", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Nasarawa_State&oldid=1141727277. He is a graduate of Linguistics from the University of Ilorin. In the Bille Tribe, Christianity is a dominant religion. The corpse is cleaned up and dressed up awaiting the rites of the chief priest or prominent clans men. 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. 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. The word Eggon means gifted sensitivity. (LogOut/ History [ edit] Let us know if you have suggestions to improve this article (requires login). Hr said the government would partner with them and any group that is ready to support the peace effort of his administration in the interest of the overall development of the state. Tribes and Culture: Keffi Emirate Sitting at the central part of Nigeria (Nasarawa State to be precise) and populated with about. "/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 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. The stockade thus gave it its name Keffi; from the word Kaffimeans stockade or barrier. /MediaBox [0 0 468 691] Of the 36 states of Nigeria, Nasarawa is the fifteenth largest in area and second least populous with an estimated population of about 2.5 million as of 2016. Pilot Science Primary School Karshi which was the first school in 1945. The town lies just north of a fork in the Okwa River, which is a tributary of the Benue River. I hope to make some time to explore the town when work brings me to Keffi soon. Afo - Eloyi tribe, association of Nasarawa state. The apparent position of the Magaji was that of accredited agent of the Emir of Zaria who was the sovereign. Well done sir I must say! You did a wonderful work here. Your email address will not be published. On the period of her wedding the friends (25) of the young man must cultivate a farm land of the bride and her parents. When i needed a place to be for the Sallah break, I thought of going to Mada Station, Nasarawa Eggon, Nasarawa State. They are known to speak an Afro-Asiatic language with varieties of dialects; their main occupation is farming and rearing of cattle. Tribes And Culture : The Badagry People of Lagos. 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. Nasarawa was founded in about 1838 in the Afo (Afao) tribal territory by Umaru, a dissident official from the nearby town of Keffi, as the seat of the new emirate of Nassarawa. On top of the hill, a tourist is able to have a clear view of Keffi town. 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. Thank you. Please that hill you mentioned, where exactly is it located, I would love to visit there too! [12], Languages of Nasarawa State listed by LGA:[13], In Nasarawa State, there are 25 different ethnic groups. [14], Nasarawa State has agriculture as the mainstay of its economy with the production of varieties of cash crops throughout the year. 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. Before the end of the (Fulani) administrative dominance, 5 Muslim kingdoms/ Emirate have already been established and keffi was one of them. Nice observations. I can share with you if you request. When Islam was first introduced in Kano in the middle of the 14th century, the ruling family to which Danbaba belonged took exception to the new religion known as Karshi today. A place where the people are always rea. Adamawa State is a northern state in Nigeria filled with series of tribes or, in fact, say ethnic group, the tribes in Adamawa state are quite numerous, but nevertheless, we have got you covered on this one, in this our today's article, we bring you the list of tribes in the state. We are glad you like it, Angela. Ola-lawal Muzzamil Oladayo is a concerned citizen. )d9)[JEyX$`H Later, he went on to Kano where he was well received and became the right-hand man of the Emir. 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). There are sizeable numbers of public and private schools within the city. 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. /Contents 4 0 R Subsequently, Danbaba and his followers migrated from the present Dala Kano to safeguard their faith and gods. Much thanks. You can reach me on 08098981330..Expectifg to hear from you soon. Take care. They barely wait for rain to start cultivating/farming. Muzzamil, what a rich history about my home town. Its nice hearing from you. 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