[5] This chiefdom is inhabited by different ethnic groups, which are the Temnes, Mendes and the Sherbros.

Residents trace their origin to a warrior named Bandabla Jei, a successful hunter and fisherman, who came from the east with a hunting party and established himself as a local leader.

Jei later left as other stronger invaders won against him and took over the chiefdom.

The great-grandfather of the Kposowa family was an advisor to Gbekpa, and given legitimacy because of his service.

This house traces the lineage of a cousin to Barka, and also has its headquarters in Bumpe.