War · c. 1780–1810
The Chamba invade Kwararafa
Late in the 18th century Chamba warbands from the uplands of today's Adamawa pushed west down the Benue, themselves driven by Fulani raids.
Overview
Late in the 18th century Chamba warbands from the uplands of today's Adamawa pushed west down the Benue, themselves driven by Fulani raids. They invaded the Kwararafa heartland and drove the last king of the old confederacy, Adi Matswen, into exile. The Jukun who regrouped at Wukari after him ruled a smaller kingdom of Jukun alone.[3],[1],[2]Medium confidence
Who took part
- Chamba warbands· Attacked
- Kwararafa· Defended
What happened
- Reign of Adi Matswen (c. 1780–1810) · Puje (near Wukari)
The last Aku of Kwararafa in exile
The Chamba invasion forces Adi Matswen from his capital.[3]Medium confidence
Kingdoms involved
Sources
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