Residents of Jedburgh, a small town in southeastern Scotland, have confronted a group calling themselves the “Kingdom of Kubala,” who have been camping in nearby woods. The group, led by Jean Gasho—who styles herself as Queen Nandi of the North—claims the land was taken from their ancestors.
Tensions escalated after a missing woman from Texas, Kaura Taylor, was found living with the group. Taylor, 21, who goes by the name Lady Safi of Atehene, is said to have left her family in the U.S. after connecting with the group’s leader, Kofi Offeh, who calls himself King Atehene.
According to Gasho, locals have launched a campaign of harassment against the group, including throwing rocks and dismantling tents. The first incident reportedly occurred on August 31 when two unidentified men approached the camp and confronted the residents. Video footage shared online shows heated exchanges, with one man accusing the group of being a “rapist cult” and calling them “delusional.”
Gasho posted on Facebook about the ongoing harassment, describing an incident where stones were thrown at their tents. She also shared videos of interactions with police, who arrived after neighbors called to report disturbances. Gasho claims that she has experienced similar attacks in the past, including during her time living in Ohio.
Scottish Borders Councilor Scott Hamilton condemned the violence and stressed that authorities have attempted to engage with the group. He explained that the Kingdom of Kubala arrived several months ago and set up camp on land owned by the council. After multiple unsuccessful attempts to provide support or assistance, officials began eviction proceedings.
Hamilton emphasized that the group must leave the area either voluntarily or through legal channels, condemning any acts of violence or mob behavior.
