The History of NDAP YƐ'NI NDÈE RLA
On the 11th of March, 2023, the ambumlearning platform was born. It was created by the talented folklore artist Taa Shey Nayobi, who baptized it as NDAP REENG NDEE RLAH, where topical issues about the Mbum Culture and Tradition would be shared and discussed. Taa Shey Nayobi added other Mbum title holders and lovers of culture to the forum. It was Taa Shey Bakilam Eric, one of the first forum participants, who named the forum a school, thereby introducing the idea of a platform for informing and generating progressive thinking about cultural transformation. It was in this vein that on the 26th of March, Taa Nformi EK’s proposal to name the forum as Ndap Ye’ni Ndee Rla’ was upheld. When learning began, it was not structured. Prince Yerima Richard Mbeh was the first respondent in discussion. After the platform was baptized as NDAP YE’NI NDEE RLAH, various topics would be treated, documented, and archived. The first topic for discussion was “The History of the Mbum People”.
As discussions ensued, the founders of NDAP YE’NI NDEE RLAH realized the need to involve women. With this new idea, the WOMEN’S FORUM was created. In less than 6 months, due to an influx of members, by January 2024, NDAP YE’NI NDEE RLAH had developed into 8 groups (MEN 1, MEN 2, WOMEN 1, WOMEN 2, FONS, WIFAS, MAYAAHS/MANKFUs, MNGONGO/MNSUSU). Today, the platform has enrolled over 4000 members. The platform consists of Mbum people from all walks of life who passionately participate in the educational and learning experience.
NDAP YE’NI NDEE RLAH has a very strong, committed, and dedicated team of administrators and educators, working 24/7 with their eagle eyes open. The platform has so far covered over 20 topics that have already had a significant impact physically and mentally on the entire Mbum community.
NDAP YE’NI NDEE RLAH ADMINISTRATION:
- FOUNDER – Taa Shey Nayobi
- PRESIDENT – Taa Nformi Prof. Njingti Nfor
- Lead Educator – Taa Nformi EK
- VICE PRESIDENT/MODERATOR – Taa Nformi Dr. Bashi Joseph
- Assistant Lead Educator – Taa-Rlusi Tando Tankoh George
- Assistant Moderator – Mr. Tata Nfor
- Chairwomen – Rose Njingi
- Ta Shey Mformi Marcel – Educator
- Ta Shey Koyo Bernard – Educator
- Taa-Rlusi Wilfred Tamngwa Ndzi – Educator/Facilitator
- Barrister Yembe Emmanuel – Educator
- Dr. Budi Raymond Njinti – Educator
- Ta Ngwang Kengnjo Emmanuel – Educator
- Rose Njingi – Educator
- Gwei Gilbert – Educator
- Dr. Wepngong Francis – Educator
- NGENGE Francis – Educator
- Farmer Gideon – Educator
- Ta Nformi Roland Nghari – Educator
- Ma Becky
- Tatah Jonas
Earlier in 2024, NDAP YE’NI NDEE RLAH launched the OFFICE (SECRETARIAT PROJECT). This project, estimated to cost a little above 6 million Francs CFA, would have its Head Office in Mbiyeh (Tallah Village). However, a temporary office is set up in Yaounde as a launch pad for the many envisaged projects of Ndap Ye’ni Ndee Rlah. This project, chaired by Taa Nformi Ndzishanging Julius, was supervised by Taa Nformi EK. This project was received with enthusiasm and readiness as members donated above the target amount. The Ndap Ye’ni Ndee Rlah secretariat had its first secretary; Miss Njilah Betty.
Taa-Rlusi Tando Tankoh George
Assistant Lead Educator
Minnesota, USA