@ibadancityupdate: Long before modern Ibadan became the bustling city we know today, these fearless warriors stood at the forefront of its rise. Through courage, sacrifice, strategy, and unwavering leadership, they defended their people, expanded Ibadan’s influence, and wrote their names into the history of Yorubaland. 🛡️ Iba Oluyole — One of the legendary founding fathers of Ibadan and military commander whose vision laid the foundation for the expansion of Ibadan. 🛡️ Balogun Oderinlo — A fearless war general who strengthened Ibadan’s military reputation by winning the historic battle of Osogbo in 1840 which decisively stopped the expansion of Fulani jihadists and subjugation of Yorubaland. 🛡️ Balogun Ibikunle — A general warlord renowned for his undefeated military record and for building Ibadan’s protective wall. 🛡️ Basorun Ogunmola — A legendary warlord and military tactician of Ibadan whose leadership helped as the dominant military power of its time. 🛡️ Aare Obadoke Latoosa — The 12th Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland and a fearless military commander of Ibadan whose name remains one of the greatest symbol of Ibadan’s military heritage. Preserving the history. Celebrating the legends. Honouring the legacy. #ibadancityupdate #ibadanhistory #fyp #viral