Join us as we commemorate 140 Years of Peace, Unity and Yoruba Heritage: Reflecting on the Legacy of the Kiriji Peace Treaty on Monday, September 21, 2026 at International Conference Centre, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria
Aare Latoosa
A Name Forever Written in Yoruba History
As preparations intensify for the 140th Anniversary Commemoration of the Kiriji Peace Treaty, we pause to honour one of the most formidable figures in Yoruba military history Aare Latoosa, the fearless Akinkanju Ibadan, warrior leader, and symbol of courage whose name remains inseparable from the story of the Kiriji War.
Though remembered for strength in battle, the history of Kiriji ultimately reminds us that enduring greatness lies not only in conflict but in the peace, reconciliation, and unity that followed. The legacy of heroes like Aare Latoosa continues to inspire reflection on leadership, identity, and the preservation of Yoruba heritage.