 In 1879 King George visited England, where he was well received, given great attention in the press and presented with a steam launch.These reports alarmed Oko Jumbo and Jaja, who became concerned that the British were planning to annexe both Bonny and Opobo, although on George's return the British consul managed to calm the situation down.However, on 14 December 1883 the chiefs deposed King George Pepple.