A former celebrity has chosen to trade the glitz and glamour for a life among a secluded community residing in the forests of the UK.
The “Kingdom of Kubala,” a self-proclaimed “African tribe” nestled in the Scottish woodlands, made headlines when it came to light that a missing American waitress from Texas had fled to join them along with her one-year-old child. The group asserts heritage from an African royal lineage and seeks to reclaim land they believe was unjustly taken from their predecessors. Leading the tribe are Kofi Offeh and Jean Gasho, known as King Atehene and Queen Nandi, respectively, although their past lives were quite different.
Before adopting roles as rulers in Scotland, Offeh and Gasho pursued careers in the UK entertainment industry. Offeh, an opera tenor, showcased encounters with renowned figures like TV chef Ainsley Harriott and singer Beverley Knight. Gasho, hailing from Zimbabwe, was a nurse and author of a book depicting a Scottish teenage boy coping with the loss of his mother. In 2017, the couple organized a formal awards event in London.
In a memorable performance at the Black Entertainment, Film, Fashion, Television, and Sports Awards in 2014, Offeh mesmerized the audience with Puccini’s Nessun Dorma. Gasho fondly recollected the emotional impact of his singing on her that evening.
Following their connection after the performance, the couple persisted in their pursuit of entertainment success. However, their aspirations in the showbiz realm seemed to dwindle as recent reports revealed their relocation to Scotland to lead an “African tribe.” Unfortunately, their settlement faced legal challenges, including a court mandate for eviction. Despite the setbacks, Offeh and Gasho remained resolute in their stance, expressing defiance towards the legal actions.
The tribe, now situated in the Scottish Borders, encountered another expulsion notice subsequent to their relocation. Offeh and Gasho displayed unwavering determination, emphasizing their fearlessness in the face of potential consequences, including incarceration. Currently, the tribe’s leader can be observed consuming twigs while being tended to by female companions within the community.