Cogta slams alleged crowing of 'Nigerian King' in Eastern Cape Zandile.Khumalo Fri, 03/20/2026 - 18:53 KuGompo City - The Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (GOGTA) has taken a firm stance against the alleged coronation of a Nigerian King in KuGompo City. It described it as an unlawful impersonation and purported coronation of an individual falsely presenting himself as a traditional leader. According to Cogta, reports indicate that the individual, who is being portrayed as a “king”, was allegedly coronated by a group of community members reportedly originating from Nigeria. READ | King Misuzulu wants more control of Ingonyama Trust This incident is said to have occurred in KuGompo, formerly known as East London, situated within the Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality. Deputy Minister of CoGTA, Reverend Prince Zolile Burns-Ncamashe, slammed this installation saying such conduct is inconsistent with South African law and democratic principles. “If left unaddressed, it risks undermining South Africa’s democratic gains, the rule of law, and the diplomatic frameworks governing relations between nations,” Burns-Ncamashe said. Cogta has engaged the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) to facilitate diplomatic engagement with the relevant authorities, including the High Commission of Nigeria, to address this matter. The departments
