List of rulers of the Maasai
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List of Rulers of the Maasai (Kenya)
(Dates in italics indicate de facto continuation of office)
| Term | Incumbent | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 187? | Union of Maasai clans | |
| Laibon (Rulers) | ||
| 187? to 1888 | Mbatian | |
| 1888 | Incorporated into British East Africa | |
| 1888 to 1890 | Mbatian, Laibon | |
| 1890 to 1904 | Lenana, Laibon | |
| 1904 to 1911 | Lenana, Paramount Chief | |
| 1911 to 1918 | Segi, Paramount Chief | |
| 1918 | Chiefdom abolished by the British authorities |
The Laibon originated as chief ritual leaders, later emerging as leaders exercising both political and military authority.
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