Required fields are marked *. Really interesting piece of work Muzzamil! %PDF-1.5 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. We recommend against using %Christian Adherent and %Evangelical to calculate absolute numbers. Yakubu 1666-1682, Late Captain Maloney Tomb/Hills is however a formation which is a symbol of resistance of the people to British colonial rule. [14], Nasarawa State has agriculture as the mainstay of its economy with the production of varieties of cash crops throughout the year. . Change). We (Corpers) have to travel miles to get our phones charged daily. x^Zr}W[%nvf? The Bata tribe is known to be in Mubi, Numan, and song local government area of Adamawa state. In 1976 Nasarawa became part of Plateau state; in 1996, it became part of Nassarawa state. Well done! 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. New Karu of Nasarawa State lies east of Nigeria's capital city, Abuja. The major occupation of this tribe is farming. Find a People Group, Language, Country, Resource. 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. Tribes And Culture: The Ancient City of Keffi (Nasarawa State ). Other monitory tribes in Karshi are Gade, Gbagyi, Hausa, Fulani, Yoruba, Igbo, Idoma and Tiv. Molaney hill/tomb. Sokoto. Kindly drop your email address. Twelve (12) kingmakers are selected from the clans who serve as scrutiny for the selection of the first class chief. 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. The major ones are Migili (Koro), Alago, Gwandara, Kanuri, Hausa Fulani, Mada, Gwari, Rindre, Afo, Eggon and Ebira. It is an incredibly exciting social event usually performed mostly by young bachelors to test their strength (powers) and also to impress and win maidens for courtship and marriage. These council of kingmakers are not eligible to contest because they are from the female side while those eligible to contest are the; Sarkin-Pada, Makama, Turaki, Barde, Ciroman, Santali all of these council of chiefs are from the male side. You did a wonderful work here. The Bura people are discovered in Adamawa state, Gombi Local government precisely. 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). Ndawa 1747-1815, Its hard to tell which is dominant. If the sex is a girl, a special dry wood would be given to the mother to boil water and bath the child as a sign of interest in betrothing the girl. /F3 12 0 R Towns and villages that make up Karu LGA include Gidan Mangoro, Gitata, Karshi, Karu, Uke, Achak, Jemage, and Kukuri. Such items are kept mostly at home in a separate room for worshiping and they offer sacrifices to the item, believing it chases away evil spirits in the land or away from the family and make land fit for farming. Alh mamman Na-Aura refused to moved, Alh. Ibrahima was a mere figurehead. Islam is the major religion of the people in Karshi central area while few minority tribes dispatch around the area practice Christianity. e.=*[O=|||jT_O)[L+SZj&ii]Oo'MO:ys>%QiM:-JuK1,2>`T# If developed, the site can be an alternative holiday picnic centre for people in Keffi, Abuja and beyond. Thanks so much. Muhammad Danladi Yakubu, a former Deputy Governor of Plateau State, Alh Usman Sabo Ago, among others. He was succeeded by Jibirilu, second son of Abdu Zanga (Abdullahi). 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. The predominant occupations of the major inhabitants are farming, hunting and blacksmithing. Nasarawa State is a state in the North Central region of Nigeria, bordered to the east by the states of Taraba and Plateau, to the north by Kaduna State, to the south by the states of Kogi and Benue, and to the west by the Federal Capital Territory. Bakwa 1700-1727, 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. You can reach me on 08098981330..Expectifg to hear from you soon. 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. Nevertheless youre a genius or I can call you goru . His mother was late Ama Amagwadu, a Gade woman from old Owa village (now part of Rafinkwara village, Nasarawa state). The incumbent Emir of Keffi is Hrh. This article was most recently revised and updated by, https://www.britannica.com/place/Nasarawa. As always, trust Muzzammilwrites to bring you scoops of all other tribes as mentioned above. 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. 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. 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. Karu is the administrative headquarters of the Karu Local Government Area (LGA), one of the 13 LGAs that make up Nasarawa State. This became the name of the ethnic group, he said. Thank you. 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. Mamo 1860-1890, :.O?+`HbTz45Onj"yNRTM-THqBgH7*T"Q{&&+UapT.ST7ks 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]. Dear Muzammil, really wonderful piece of introduction to the town of Keffi, you have drawn us over already. Abdu Zanga (known also as Abdullahi) died in 1820, and was succeeded by his brother Maizabo. Their mediums of reverence vary depending on individual preference; in forms of sticks, cowries, beads, selected stones and clay pots. Alhaji Abdulkadir Mamman 1983-1995, This the High Commissioner (Frederick Lugard wasnt happy about. Also notable is the Eggon hills of the Eggon people which is situated around Nasarawa Eggon. Nasarawa was established on 1 October 1996 by the Abacha government, splitting it from the today neighboring Plateau State which previously had contained both their territories. Most people believe that the Fulanis are nomads whereas they are not. A peep into the history of the Gwandara an ethnic group spread across northern states in Nigeria, but majorly found in Nasarawa and the FCT, reveals that they are descendants of the aboriginal Hausa tribe referred to as Habe of the pre-Islamic times. Its headquarters are in the town of Nasarawa, located at 832'N 742'E, with a population of 30,949 (as of 2016). They were therefore referred to as Gwanda-Rawa da Sallah which means Those who prefer dancing to prayers thus shortened to Gwandara. Prominent among Gwandara sons is the immediate past Governor of Nasarawa State and now serving senator representing Nasarawa South, Dr Umaru Tanko Almakura, who would be turbaned at the GWADECA National Festival holding on March 27, 2021, with Emir of Kano Aminu Ado Bayero as Royal Father of the day. 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) 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. Are you still there so we can hopefully catch up someday? The protectorate later merged into British Nigeria in 1914 before becoming independent as Nigeria in 1960. Editorials, Researches, News and Updates, Proposals and Promotions. 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. 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]. /Type /Page At the beginning of the nineteenth century, Fulani herdsmen who had annually brought their herds to graze in the dry season on the rolling grass country of which the central portion of Nasarawa Province consists, were encouraged to settle by the fact that Fulani rule was rapidly spreading southwards. The Anzo clan are mostly found around Alogani Gale, Ezeng, Waama, Okgba, Gunyi, Angbaku, Ogbagi, Ugba and Wogna while the Eholo clan are in villages like Wana, Wangibi, Ika, Alushi, Ginda, Wulko, Wuwen, Endeho, Gaji, Ungwashuru, Warizo, and Lizin Keffi. | 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. Pilot Science Primary School Karshi which was the first school in 1945. Wowthats fascinating. Sharki Bakwa II 1575-1627, The Eggon Ero are mostly around Ume, Alizaga, Bakyono, and Arigbadu Sako. They have so far succeeded and have kept the political and social relationship among the different ethic tribes in constant state of political tension. The state is an agrarian society and also acclaimed as "The Food Basket of the Nation". On the period of her wedding the friends (25) of the young man must cultivate a farm land of the bride and her parents. Vocational Training and Technical College Karshi. 9M_((&7JXCRXkb;|h_8W!MVwBO . I am inspired by your work to give more details in the chapter two of my project work. DST Changes. 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 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. [21], "Nasarawa" redirects here. Thanks for reading. The town is also the cradle of Alago civilization, one of the major ethnic groups in the state. After consent, the gamba leaf would be assembled by the suitors and foodstuff on agreement of the girls parents. /Length 2972 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. He appears to have got on well with Abdullahi and Maizabo, but fell out with Jibirilu, who was his son-in-law. Progressively, education and civilization has changed the general lifestyle within the Emirate. 530 likes. Nice work sir, Remain Bless, Beautiful, am also from keffi please can I make use of the writeup I am working on something similar (LogOut/ Clear. 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. The Sharo is a Fulani festival in Keffi Local Government Area every season and after Ramadan (Sallah). that hill you mentioned is, surely, one of the reasons why its called home of solid minerals. 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. 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. Bawa Ara 1441-1460, Due to the nature of the predominant occupation of the Eggon people (agriculture), they are polygamous in nature, their wives and children help in tilling and cultivating the soil for a massive yield of farm produce. In history, the people of Eggon where governed by traditional religious laws by a caretaker Chief Priest Adanashim. 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. Hence; their settlement and dominance in the province. This was later shortened to KARSHI. The Gude people are mostly identified with their men Babban Riga flowing gowns and head caps while the women with wrappers and blouse and hijab headcovers. Values for %Christian Adherent and %Evangelical (which determine unreached status) are often informed estimates, some more accurate than others. Joshua Project may be able to provide more information than what is published on this site. >> - Few evangelicals and few who identify as Christians. The people of Eggon are inhabits Nasarawa State in the mid-belt of Nigeria. So we can help you out with some things. The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) operates train services between Kuru, Gombe and Maiduguri. If the institute is eventually established, it will empower them with the requisite skills that will make them self-reliance thereby making them unavailable for crime and other social vices, the governor added. endobj 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. Bakwa 1527-1556, The chief priest releases the dodo masquerade on this day as all the young maidens and men come out in colossal numbers; making beautiful traditional renditions to their gods. I will let you know when next I make my trip into the city. He added that the language of the Gwandara people is reminiscent of their Hausa origin. 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 Burial rites for the Eggon people is unified and have been passed on through generations. This multiplicity of ethnic groups is an asset and has given rise to a variety of arts, crafts, cultural festivals and dance groups. 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|. As a sign of remembrance, the late Captain Moloney Tomb was immortalized. In Nasarawa State, there are 25 different groups. 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. Cheers. B%f:9Qq&'5?4pjwl&Ma~`h>8;xED96W*-(ujm6x{?$~$G?L;)%[-J9E]$I1 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. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); You have entered an incorrect email address! This food stuff gifts would be presented each year until the girl is ready and of due age for marriage as stipulated by her parents. % Kokosha 1932-1944, Alhaji Mamman Aura 1944-1983, The nomination or election process of a new chief is done by the SHARAKI who are the council of kingmakers, the SHARAKI constitute of seven men committee namely; The Madaki-leader, Galadima, Wambayi, Todo, Rijawa, Boruwa, and Nkama Totoro. Although, due to work related activities, I have not been around the beautiful city for a while. Updates? They are also found in little settlements like Kokona, Doma, Obi, Keana and Wamba. Joshua Project makes every effort to ensure that the subject in an image is in fact from the specific people group. This uncompromising stand of Danbaba on the new religion led to a series of misunderstanding which culminated in his disinheritance to the throne. 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. He said the teaching of Social Studies and History in schools should teach young people about their origins and how to interact positively with others in line with the existing laws so as to ensure peace and security in the country. The predominant occupations of the major inhabitants are farming, hunting and blacksmithing. [8] Despite the conflict, Nasarawa has the nineteenth highest Human Development Index in the country and numerous institutions of tertiary education.[9]. 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. 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. Sharki 1416-1441, 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. According to Barr M. T. Alakayi, a commissioner at the Federal Character Commission, In Plateau State, the Gwandara are referred to as Abakwa Riga. Im from Nasarawa state, I school in keffi, but this is the first time Im coming across this history. Each settlement has a leader either called Sarki, Sangari, Whurki or Seleki, with hierarchical structure made up of title holders. How the Government has Made Nigerian Youth Lazier. 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. As far back as the 18th century or beyond, various movement and settlements into the (Nasarawa) province had happened already. [6] Geographically, the state is mostly within the tropical Guinean forestsavanna mosaic ecoregion. They barely wait for rain to start cultivating/farming. I have been trying to reach you without success. Ola-lawal Muzzamil Oladayo is a concerned citizen. Before making travel plans based on data presented here, please confirm with other sources to the extent possible. Predominantly located in Lafia, few more at Akwanga, Keffi, and Eggon local government areas of Nasarawa. The Gwandara engaged in farming, hunting, dyeing, blacksmithing and weaving but western education and technological advancement have seen many abandon these professions. Umaru expanded his domain by conquering neighbouring territory and made Nassarawa a vassal state to Zaria (175 miles [282 km] north). In fact, I grew & schooled in keffi. /F6 21 0 R The Bori cult worshipped the spirits of Tsumburbura on top of the Dala hills in Kano. View all posts by Ola-lawal Muzzamil Oladayo, its where I am right now. The supreme god is called Angbashim. Due to rapid growth and development in other to give room for expansion and easy access to move down the hills to a plain area and founded the present day KARSHI. Much thanks. We are glad you loved it. /Font << Karshi remained with Keffi Native Authority (NA) till 1976 when the new Federal Capital Territory was carved out of some neighboring state then Plateau 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. I can share with you if you request. Please refer to the appropriate style manual or other sources if you have any questions. This means preference to dance than conversion to Islam. A PROPOSAL FOR THE PLANNING OF FINAL YEAR WEEK. [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. The Baya tribe people are mostly Christians, but, all the same, witchcraft is widely practiced in the Baya tribe. Later, he went on to Kano where he was well received and became the right-hand man of the Emir. These clans have differentiated tribal marks; the Anzo and Eloho clan carries fifteen long mark on the face (from temple to cheek), while the Ero clan share similar marks but differentiated with nine stripes. 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. Nasarawa State consists of 13 Local Government Areas (shown with 2006 population figures[11]): List of current Local Government Area Chairmen. May I request that you send me your references because I happen to be working on a project regarding Keffi history? Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. 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. 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. Tribes and Culture: Keffi Emirate Sitting at the central part of Nigeria (Nasarawa State to be precise) and populated with about. Obayaya 1727-1727, Omissions? Scripture Prayers for the Eggon in Nigeria. 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. Maizabo reigned for 15 years, and died in 1835. In great need of spiritual renewal and commitment to biblical faith. /Parent 2 0 R No person outside the Royal family, no matter his wealth and popularity becomes the chief, unless he is from the royal family. Prominent among Gwandara sons is the immediate past Governor of Nasarawa State and now serving senator representing Nasarawa South, Dr Umaru Tanko Almakura, who would be turbaned at the GWADECA National Festival holding on March 27, 2021, with . Its nice hearing from you. 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. It quite an impressive history I have ever hard in my entire lifetime. The Governor of Nasarawa State is the regional executive of Nasarawa. On-the-ground reality may vary from what is presented here. Please that hill you mentioned, where exactly is it located, I would love to visit there too! 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 [2] In fact, it houses the Nasarawa State University as commissioned by Sen. Abdulahi Adamu during his reign as Governor. 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. They use items like stones, cowries, pots and sticks as gods. 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. The Makpngibi men digs the grave; dug up to four feet like a round tube with a parallel passageway leading out of it. Other religions are also practiced in their minorities Hausa is the official language of the emirate. 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. 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. These people prefer meals made from rice, millets, and maize. The Baya people are known to be good at throwing knives. Lol. The Eggon are also known as Mo Eggon. The general population of the Eggon people using current statistical analysis . << Data is not as precise as it appears. This was the hills which the Eggon people had settled and established as an ancestral heritage as well. 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. An exclusive interview of Clans head in Aku village Nassarawa state, Chief Baba Aku, describes the Eggon people as the first settlers in Nassarawa. Government Secondary School Karshi was established in 1981. Predominantly located in Lafia, few more at Akwanga, Keffi, and Eggon local government areas of Nasarawa. /F1 6 0 R He pledged to always act in a way that would give others a sense of belonging, thereby promoting peace and unity. Little, if any, history of Christianity. History [ edit] Apart from the Ashim, there are some religions practiced by individuals or families such as Akuk, Arikya, Gango and Yamba. The people of Eggon are inhabits Nasarawa State in the mid-belt of Nigeria. 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