Kofi Offeh, who proclaimed himself King Atehene of the self-declared Kingdom of Kubala, has been deported from the United Kingdom, the Home Office confirmed. Alongside Jean Gasho, who styled herself as Queen Nandi, Offeh established a controversial camp deep in the Scottish Borders last year, sparking widespread attention and legal battles.
The Rise and Fall of the Kingdom of Kubala
In May of last year, Offeh and Gasho set up their camp near Jedburgh, claiming ancestral rights to land they say was stolen from their forebears over 400 years ago. Their group expanded to include Kaura Taylor, known within the camp as Asnat, who joined as a “handmaiden.” Their social media presence, featuring vibrant videos of singing, dancing, and chanting, quickly attracted tens of thousands of followers on platforms like TikTok and Facebook.
Legal Battles and Eviction
Despite their growing following, the landowners initiated legal proceedings against the group in September, asserting the occupants had “no right of title” to the property. A sheriff issued a warrant, and the group was forcibly removed. Undeterred, they relocated to a neighboring plot owned by the Scottish Borders Council.
Authorities responded swiftly, and in October, sheriff officers, police, and Immigration Enforcement teamed up to dismantle the second camp. The Home Office confirmed that a Ghanaian man—Offeh—and an American woman were arrested on suspicion of immigration offenses during the operation.
Deportation and Aftermath
Following their removal, Kofi Offeh was deported to Ghana, with his arrival at Accra International Airport reported on April 22. The dramatic saga of the Kingdom of Kubala has stirred debate over land rights, immigration, and cultural identity in Scotland and beyond.
