‘King Atehene’ deported from UK after staging Scottish woodland kingdom

A Ghanaian national who proclaimed himself a monarch and set up an unauthorised “African kingdom” in a Scottish forest has been deported to Ghana, British authorities have confirmed.

Kofi Offeh, who called himself King Atehene of Kubala, was removed from the United Kingdom following months of legal battles over an illegal encampment he established with two associates near Jedburgh in the Scottish Borders.

The group occupied woodland from early 2025, claiming they were reclaiming ancestral territory taken from their forebears centuries ago. Their refusal to recognise court orders led to a prolonged standoff with local officials and landowners.

Eviction and deportation

After failing to comply with eviction notices, the trio were removed in October 2025 during a joint operation involving police, immigration officials and court officers. Social media footage showed Offeh and one associate being led away in handcuffs.

The UK Home Office has now confirmed his deportation. Offeh was recently filmed arriving at Kotoka International Airport in Accra.

Throughout the episode, the group built a significant online following on TikTok and Facebook, livestreaming key moments of their confrontation with authorities.

Controversial statements in Ghana

Since his return, Offeh has made provocative declarations about his plans in Ghana, saying in an interview: “Everyone will bow before me, whether chiefs, politicians or even the police are going to serve me.”

He added: “I have come to take over Ghana because I am the King of Kubala. Everywhere I land, I take dominion, where I establish my throne, so the time has come.”

He is reported to be considering establishing a base in Sunyani, describing it as a strategic location.

Relief in Scotland

Local officials in the Jedburgh area welcomed his removal as an end to months of disruption for residents.

UK authorities have emphasised that the eviction and deportation followed due legal process.