New Balikumbat Fon Confirmed

By Chris Mbunwe

The lead Kingmakers of Balikumbat Village, Doh Tangsin, Chairman of the Council of Kingmakers and Doh Pelo, Public Presenter, have buried their differences and confirmed Daniel Galabe Nwayam as Fon Doh Nyamngi, new ruler of Balikumbat.

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The kingmakers buried the hatchet after a crucial meeting with Ngoketunjia administration that held October 17.  This is the content of two separate letters dispatched to the Minister of Territorial Administration and Decentralisation and the Senior Divisional Officer of Ngoketunjia Division.

Doh Tangsin and Doh Pelo, who until that date were sitting on the fence, have signed the letters, dated October 18. The duo, representing the Kingmakers of Balikumbat begin their letters by clarifying the Minister of Territorial Administration that going by the

unwritten Constitution of Balikumbat, there are only seven Kingmakers with Doh Tangsin being the Chairperson charged with the duty of appointing a new Fon and Doh Pelo responsible for the public presentation, after the Kingmakers have performed traditional rites on a new Fon.

Explaining how and when a Fon can be enthroned or dethroned in Balikumbat, the Kingmakers state: "Your excellency, the enthronement of a new Fon in Balikumbat land takes place when there is a vacancy at the throne and in the past, such vacancy existed either at the natural death of the previous Fon or his elimination by the "Gomba" - a secret society in Balikumbat."

The Kingmakers explained in their letters that the said gomba in the past, "eliminated some Fons ….who were guilty of traditional offences, even less [serious] than what the deposed Fon Doh Gah Gwanyin has committed."

However, the Kingmakers pointed out that such "gomba eliminations" which are tantamount to outright murder are not possible, with regards to the modern laws and Western civilization of today.

Since the traditional action of enthroning a Fon in most parts of the grass field region of Cameroon does not depend very much on the administration, the Kingmakers maintained that they take such actions "independently and only have the duty thereafter to inform the administration," because the exercise is done strictly in secrecy as the tradition of the land demands.

The Kingmakers further state that in principle, the tradition of Balikumbat does not differ with the written law of Cameroon as regards qualification and disqualification to hold any leadership position.

A traditional ruler following the Balikumbat tradition, is neither supposed to "intimidate, beat up nor shoot at his subjects, not to talk of killing. He is even not supposed to see any corpse as per our tradition." 

"We have throughout the years, seen all these acts perpetrated by the deposed Fon Doh Gah Gwanyin III," notes the letter. The Kingmakers claim that deposed Gah Gwanyin shot at one Henry Dobah in 1992 who subsequently died of the injuries.

Apart from intimidation, and harassment of his subjects, the Kingmakers say Gah Gwanyin's involvement in the killing of John Kohtem in 2004, lends credence to his dethronement.

"Killing of John Kohtem marks the end of his traditional rule, for he could not, constitutionally, visit the shrines of Balikumbat and pray to the ancestors through the pouring of libations on behalf of Balikumbat people. This is because, traditionally, he could be described as having blood dripping from his hands - the very hands with which he has to pour libations."

By this token, the Kingmakers say Fon Doh Gah Gwanyin can no longer intercede between his people and the ancestors. They said, "… the throne of Balikumbat, by implication, thus became vacant, necessitating the enthronement of Fon Doh Nyamgi III, as the new Fon of Balikumbat," reads the letter.

Fon Doh Gah Gwanyin Advised To Quit

While calling on the administration to lend total support to the new Fon, the Kingmakers have advised the deposed Gah Gwanyin to, "… peacefully quit the Palace premises, which is a state institution as opposed to his private residence.

They say, contrary to the political twist it may give the matter, his dethronement of Fon Doh Gah Gwanyin has nothing to do with party politics. "We urge you to watch out, for that has been his game plan to cover his numerous offences against the innocent Balikumbat population.

SDO's  Worries  Addressed

Preferring answers to some of the worries expressed by the SDO of Ngoketunjia, Peter Mbu, during the October 17 meeting, the Kingmakers explained why they decided to dethrone Fon Doh Gah Gwanyin only now when Kohtem was killed two years ago.

"Sir, permit us to state here that Kingmakers need not be temperamental in the face of an event like the John Kohtem murder case, particularly when it involves someone with a high criminal disposition like the dethroned Doh Gah Gwanyin."

Having put the Kingmakers asunder for selfish political interest, the Kingmakers say consultations had to be carried in the most discrete manner. According to them, a complete review of the traditionally offensive crimes Doh Gah Gwanyin committed throughout the years, had to be carried out.

Why Enthronement Out Of Palace

The Kingmakers said it was done because of convenience because dislodging Fon Doh Gah Gwanyin from the palace required some time. "In the past, he could have simply been cajoled to one of the traditional shrines where the Gomba would take care of him and an announcement made to the effect that he has passed away whereupon his wives and children would immediately vacate the palace."

On why the kingmakers decided to go for Fon Doh Gah's uncle (Galabe) instead of enthroning one of his sons, they interpret their decision as deliberate after a close look at how Doh Gah Gwanyin brought up his children.

According to the Kingmakers, Doh Gah Gwanyin's children, by their conduct, are taking the footsteps of their father. They claim Gah Gwanyin's children threaten the lives of villagers; met out corporal punishment on villagers, at will; perpetrate many acts of illegality just like their father.

The Kingmakers conclude by stating, categorically, that the new Fon "… is of full Balikumbat royal blood and thus competent as per the culture of the people, to occupy the throne of Balikumbat under such circumstances as obtain in the village presently.

It is the belief of the Balikumbat people that in taking the decision, the Kingmakers were guided by the ancestors. "Thus the decision of the Kingmakers is considered proper and gives no room for a review," declared the Kingmakers.

It should be recalled that talking to The Post in Balikumbat few hours to the enthronement of the new Fon, one of the lead Kingmakers, Doh Pelo, (the Public Presenter) said the new Fon" father (late Fon Galabe), was the 3rd ruler of Balikumbat, according to history. As such, Fon Nyamgi is of the royal lineage.

Comments

[Chim]

The Balikumbat populace at long last liberated from the allmighty killer, convict Doh. I heartily thank the Almighty GOD for saving the God fearing population of Balikumbat from the hands of the 21st century supper CPDM killer.. Thanks also go to the SDO of Ngohketunjia Peter Mbu for his timely intervention in a matter that almost escalated. He is a rare CPDM SDO alive.May the soul of the slain matyre KOHTEM and many others forcefully evicted from this world by killer Doh, rest in perfect peace.
GOD SAVE US
Emmanuel Chim

[Aviche]

Now they are indirectly saying that Gah Gwanyin is not of royal blood. Not strange. Who never knew he was Pa Poorman's son! The real Galabe's cannot be mistaken. Those who do not know should ask.

[Muki StoneHall]

Kontem may have long been laid to rest but his soul goes matching on.Glory,glory haleluya!Who would ever have thought that a poor lame man will bring down a mighty Fon,Mayor,Parliamentarian and CPDM bigwit.This is just the beginning of the end of fon doh.The sooner he commits suicide the better for him.

[Fon]

Many thanks to the kingmakers of Balikumbat for this God´s fearing and guided decision. You are the real custodians of tradition. God will protect you where ever you go.

[vally England]

Yes! thank God,he is listening to our prayers.Fon Doh must be disciplined traditionally and legally.Evil in any form can never prevail against Gods will.

Like Khondem,Deboule's murderers and evil men will never see light.They will soon face the music of justice in what ever form they try to hide.Those who had to travel all the way from bamenda to y'de to kill Deboule,should know,our God is alive and justice in any form will visit them soon.Any body who uses the name of the sdf to commit murder must not get rest.Remember that same gang attempted murder on Prof Ngwasiri.
Watch this space.
Vally
England.

[gimpokpok]

hi aviche,u appear to know more about the galabes family,am ashame to have had such a bastard rule our our beautiful village,thank God his era is gone,we are free people now, there will be a party in paris on the weekend to celebrate that change in balikumbat,which will bring together sons and daughters of balikumbat arround europe.there will be also fund raising to ameolorate the situation back in the village.

[vito]

Hi Gimpokpok,i guess you guys must be celebrating.Well i'm happy for the Balikumbat people.Do please remember to thank God and send a word of encouragement to the new fon and the SDO.Cheers

[Chim]

Valley England you just reminded me about the death of Diboule. Is it true what is filtering out from the Yaounde courts that Diboule's assailants were caterpulted from Bamenda by a certain M. Nyah ?. Wonders shall never end.
GOD SAVE US

[vally England]

Chim,
The security forces that help us nail Fon Doh,are working.Have you seen them call M Nyah for interrogation?But the leader and gang master who organised the fareing of people to y'd,has been to the state persecutors office thrice for interrogation.

Chim keep your cool,phone conversation,interviewed recordings,and others,will soon show who was behind the murder of Deboule.He is known for using violence even in Nec meetings,he ordered before his traveling to the UK for the same gang to murder prof Ngwasiri.Time is fast running out for him.

Vally
England.

[Muki StoneHall]

Vally,
You really seem so ignorant of many facts and ideas.Last time you started something about funding of political parties in England where you claim to live (but know nothing about!).When kumbaboy confronted you with facts and figures you abandoned the topic and escaped.Now you have come here to start exposing your ignorance again.
Fon Doh was not nailed by security forces as you claim.He was found guilty in a court of law and sentenced to prison by a magistrate.Magistrates are not security forces.
Col Chi et al have never been tried in any court of law or even charged.The initial statements were forced out of them by Gerdarmes.Gerdarmes are not trained investigators.They are trained agents whose primary role was that of colonisation.(if you care you can read about the origin of the gedarmarie force).Their only method of interogation is turture.They work from solution to problem.They don't ask you questions.They give you answers to confirm.
Now that the investigation is being done by a trained investigator(State counsel),the real facts are coming out but you don't want to accept them.Just like the gerdarmes,you already have somebody in mind who should be guilty.But you will be shocked.M Nyah is still to answer questions as to why she ferried in people from Bamenda.You and your muna gang should also give an account of how your 500 pounds were used.
What exactly do you mean by "interviewed recordings?" Is that the type of evidence you'll use to send Fru Ndi to jail? Dreamer.

[Atangha]

Muki StoneHall,
Never mind our 'English Vally'! He is too 'unEnglish' in all his postings.

This is what Muna said in an interview he granted to Le Messager on July 18, 2006 in Douala: 'Mais Dieu est grand. En vérité, nous avons tenu notre congrès grâce au sang de Diboulé'.

If we were a state of law, Muna & co. should have been charged for organising a illegally banned meeting that resulted to the death of a Cameroonian - Diboulé.

Cheers & let's start preparing for the real fight - the Independent Electoral Commission, come the November paliamentary session.

Atangha

[Atangha]

Muki StoneHall,
Never mind our 'English Vally'! He is too 'unEnglish' in all his postings.

This is what Muna said in an interview he granted to Le Messager on July 18, 2006 in Douala: 'Mais Dieu est grand. En vérité, nous avons tenu notre congrès grâce au sang de Diboulé'.

If we were a state of law, Muna & co. should have been charged for organising an illegally banned meeting that resulted to the death of a Cameroonian - Diboulé.

Cheers & let's start preparing for the real fight - the Independent Electoral Commission, come the November paliamentary session.

Atangha

[samleyin]

I will want to first of all thank the almighty God for interceding in this debacle of my belove village to curb such a virulent seed of discord sowed to distabilise a once peaceful village.
lets face the fact at hand and encourage the kingmagkers to continue in this spirit of righteousness.

Special thanks to Doh Tangsin for standing tall in the midst of all this angst and hate that had already became a contagion and was doing a lot in eradicating peace. I strongly believe Doh pelo who enthoned Fon Doh Gagwayin was endowed equally with the right to dethrone him. He also knowsvery well the royal lineange and cannot be mistaken in this. Because The chieftaincy is in Cameroon as well, it is not a political post that the incumbent will always bend the outcome.

Gimpokpok.¨

I feel happy to read comment from people who reason the way you do. To certain idiots, the fon is infallible and should continue to commit his attrocities be it at the detriment of his subjects or not. He was endowed with the responsibility to safeguard the right of his subjects. He has instead force hot potatoe down their throats and bring untold misery, scourges of hatred and suffering in that once peaceful village that was ruled by his generous and peace loving father. I am also a royal son of Balikumbat and I will want to attend the party in Paris. Please if you could get me through [email protected] , I will be really greatful. But one more thing that I should add; Gahgwayin was the son of the late Fon of Balikumbat and as such is of royal blood. Lets stop the twisting now because all men, evil or good are born of a woman. He was just the spoilt son which in no way suffice that he was illegitimate.they say the best legacy is a rich honesty. He has no legacy and his time has come to an end.

truth crush to earth shall rise again.

[faarman]

This Vally freak is becoming a nuisance and I think it’s high time he was band from vomiting his nonchalant, offensive ideas to the literates that read this precious paper. I have realized he has nothing to offer but filling space that others can use to say important things. I advice you to go home to meet your gang and fight for the course you claim is the right one. Stop sitting where you claim to be and setting fire back home amongst people in the name of fighting for a just course. When you where in Cameroon, you had no gods to vomit all what you do now. You think you are very say where you are?

[Danny Boy]

long live the new king of Balikumbat

[Danny Boy]

I congratulate the people of Balikumbat on their determination to rid their tribe of this evil man. Long live the new King and prosperity to his people.

[gimpokpok]

hi Samleyin,thx for the correction first of all,but u know in our dialect it is allways said when the wind blows everyone can then see the ass a hen,so is the case of fon Doh.His characters do confirm the existing rumours about roots.
well that should be as of now his personal problems,concerning ur request , we were done with the celebrations in paris(st dennis)before i read ur mail,everything went well,the attendance was very good.
we seem tobe related to each other if u also belong to the Galabes family,so where do u live?i live in straßburg.