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Warfare is inherently destructive of sustainable development. Communities in Yakurr should therefore respect municipal and international laws providing protection for human lives, properties and the environment in times of armed conflict and cooperate in its further development as necessary. Obol Lopon of Mkpani is a man of peace, and has played a fundamental role in the mutual peace and unity of Yakurr nation. But the warmongers of Nko who boast of high rank personnel in the army and in government and claimed to have been well sponsored and equiped do not want the land of Yakurr to remain in peace. 1. On June 2nd 2013, a group of Nko people stopped a timber dealer Mr. James Nkanu from Mkpani, at the Community Secondary School Nko, during the Oyeadama/Inyima crisis of that year. His vehicle was searched and nothing incriminating was found. Notwithstanding the fact that he was asked to go, he was still pursued when they realized that he is from Mkpani. They shot him from behind an

The historical breakthrough in agriculture and government, that is, when man entered the stage of farmer-husbandman and dominated his natural environment made migrations a common aspect of human life, since the Neolithic civilization. This was the time man tends to provide for the basic goods of his daily life and turned to the outside world for the exploitation of nature. Human’s histories were dominated by migrations and Yakurr was not an exception. Yakurr like other nations of the world experienced dynamism in all aspects of human life. It is worthy to note that, the major causes of migration were influenced by a quest for farmlands, political motivation, harmful and unpleasant environment. It is also important to note that the idea for the formation of every society was pioneered and champion by one person. This was the case behind the formation of Yakurr society. The processes that resulted in the emergence and formation of Yakurr society are called ethnogenesis. The above survey

By Eteng Obono Okoi. NGBEKE RELIGIOUS TREATY: A Quest for Mutual Peace in Yakurr. From the 16th to about 19th Centuries, wars were highly localized and fought over minor dynastics or religious squabbles or mere trifles and sometimes as bloody sports to satisfy royal pleasures or interest. (Sam Momah 1993). It was until the 20th Century that the Council of Yakobol-Lipon (Yakurr Traditional Rulers Council) realized the need for a strong diplomatic shuttle in resolving conflicts among them. Yakurr as a nation has its worth-notice mechanism for resolving crises and managing conflicts before the advent of the Europeans. There also had diplomatic institutions such as “Council of Yakobol-Lipon” and frame works for bilateral and multilateral relations. The importance of these had brought stability in Yakurr society. Prior to the British incursion and rule in Nigeria and Yakurr in particular, there was increased in rivalry and friction among the Yakurr people. This was due to the

The ascendancy of His Royal Highness, Obol Sunday Obono Okoi, Obol Lopon of Mkpani, on the 27TH October, 2011, according to the people marks the beginning of a new era in the history of the traditional administration of Mkpaniland. This is an epoch making event. For many this event is a time to wish for. Yet it is important for the people to count their blessings from his able leadership. He brought the people together and renewed their identity, oneness, love and peace. Today is a day worthy of celebration. When he ascended the throne of Mkpani dynasty, he met a decayed and neglected institution which was characterized by envy, hatred, selfishness and falsehood. A system where some individuals derived pleasure and their daily bread through crisis and disrespect to constituted authorities. A menace he resolved to tackle headlong. These encumbrances of vested interests nearly brought the community to a state of anarchy. Having known the task ahead of him was challenging, firstly,

CONSTITUTION REVIEW AND THE IMPERATIVES FOR CREATING A ROLE FOR TRADITIONAL RULERS By H.R.H Obol Sunday Obono Okoi (Obol Lopon of Mkpani) Yakurr Local Government Area, Cross River State. On the 2012, review of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Irrespective of the reservations by some people on giving traditional rulers constitutional roles, the need has become imperative in view of their contributions in maintenance of peace and creating cordial synergy among their people The inclusion of traditional rulers into the constitution will address the distortion created by the isolation of the traditional institution in the country’s democracy. The traditional institution remains the oldest surviving politico-cultural institution which has always served as the pivot for social security, national cohesion and meaningful socio-cultural development. Their role should be such that are advisory in such ways that are the performance and conduct o

Over the years, calls have being made over the issue of disunity among Yakurr people that has continued to be a major threat to Yakurr development. The Ugep brothers predominated the campaign for a united Yakurr nation. To meet the yearnings of the people and boost tourism potentials of Cross River State, in 2005, Governor Donald Duke adopted a united Yakurr International Leboku Festival as a way to promote tourism in the state and the rich cultural heritage of Yakurr people as well as strengthen unity among the people. Few years after, Duke handed over power to Governor Liyel Imoke, who promised to continue from the developmental initiatives of his predecessor, the expectations and aspirations of repositioning the Yakurr International Festival became high. Traditionally, the people of Yakurr believed that the adoption of Yakurr Festival will strengthen the socio-cultural, economic and political development of Yakurr. In recent years, there have being complaint of the inability of the

By Eteng Obono Okoi. HRH Obol Sunday Obono Okoi, the Obol Lopon of Mkpani and Yanenwobol Ojilopon, Hope Okoi posed with some little maidens before the parade. Kebolabola Leaders performing traditional rites at Lekotom on behalf the maidens South Africa Zulu Reed Festival. A SEARCH FOR WOMEN PARTICIPATION IN AN OBOL LOPON INSTALLATION PROCCESS AND KEBOLABOLA TRADITION AMONG YAKURR PEOPLE OF CROSS RIVER STATE, Part of studies undergone during the traditional Installation of HRH Obol Sunday Obono Okoi, the Obol Lopon of Mkpani (27th November, 2011-18th February, 2012. Kebolabola tradition is the initiation of young girls who served as maidens to take part in the installation process of an Obol Lopon among Yakurr people of Cross River State. The Kebolabola played a very significant role in the making of an Obol Lopon. The founders of Yakurr customs and tradition were visionary enough to introduce the Kebolabola tradition to look into the issue of gender inequality that may arise in futu