Lamidat de Banyo, Traditional chiefdom in Mayo-Banyo, Cameroon.
The Lamidat de Banyo operates from a central compound in the Adamawa Region, where administrative and ceremonial activities take place throughout the year.
The chiefdom was established between 1820 and 1825 by Ardo Hamma Gabdo, following the territorial conquests initiated by Sultan Othman Dan Fodio.
The social structure of the Lamidat includes nobles, notables, and community members who maintain specific roles in the traditional governance system.
Visitors can reach the Lamidat through the main road network of Mayo-Banyo, with the administrative center located at an elevation of 1,000 meters.
The territory encompasses 64 different ethnic groups, creating a complex social tapestry that reflects the regional diversity of northern Cameroon.
Location: Mayo-Banyo
GPS coordinates: 6.75000,11.82000
Latest update: March 6, 2025 11:20
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