Cokossian Monarchy

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The Cokossian Monarchy is a traditional monarchy in Togo that has existed since at least the 17th century. It is also known as Anufu. The rulers bear the title Soma; the first ruler was Bema Bonsafo. The current ruler is Na Bema .

[edit] List of Somas

•  ?–? Bema Bonsafo
•  ?–? Caba I
•  ?–? Na Ba
•  ?–? Siki of Cokossi
•  ?–? Na Mussa
•  ?–? Jokura
•  ?–1875 Marba
• 1875–1882 Lafia Langbana
• 1882–1883 Acuru

• The next three ruled jointly
  • 1883–1889 Na Da
  • 1884–1889 Sambiego Da
  • 1884–1898 Bema Sabie
• 1898 Ajanda
• 1898–1912 Caba II
• 1912–1921 Jauna
• 1921–1960? Tabi of Cokossi
• 1960?– Na Bema