The first paramount ruler of the Tiv nation and a foundational figure in the modern Tor Tiv institution.
Royal houseIpusu
OriginKunav, Vandeikya
BurialAbagu, Gboko
Profile
Makir Zakpe was born in the present-day Vandeikya area and was a World War II veteran. His selection followed the political movement for a central Tiv traditional institution.
He emerged from a council vote and became the first Tor Tiv, marking a major stage in the development of centralized Tiv traditional leadership.
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