Scottish Sheriff Orders Removal of Kingdom of Kubala from Jedburgh Woodland

A sheriff in the Scottish Borders has issued an immediate eviction order against members of the self-proclaimed Kingdom of Kubala, who have been camping on privately owned woodland near Jedburgh. The three individuals, led by Kofi Offeh who calls himself King Atehene, claim they are reclaiming land allegedly stolen from their ancestors 400 years ago, though there is no historical record supporting their claims in Scotland. The eviction follows the group's disregard of a prior eviction notice requiring them to leave by September 8, prompting a civil action from the landowners represented by lawyer Conner McConnell. None of the Kingdom members attended the court hearing or had legal representation, and they have publicly expressed defiance against the court's decision. Local authorities and the landowners have emphasized safety measures and urged the public not to engage with the group as the eviction process proceeds. The situation has drawn attention due to the group's unique identity and their challenge to property rights, but the legal system has upheld the landowners' title and right to remove the occupants.