Part 1: The Founding of Ibadan The Rise of Ibadan: A 466BC Epic Drama
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The city of Ibadan was founded in 466BC by a group of Yoruba people who had been forced to flee their homeland due to a civil war. The group, led by a man named Olubadan, was determined to find a new home and create a new life for themselves.
The group traveled for many weeks, searching for a suitable place to settle. Finally, they came upon a lush, fertile valley surrounded by hills. Olubadan declared that this was the perfect place to start a new city and the group began to build.
The first thing they did was to build a wall around the city to protect it from invaders. They also built a palace for Olubadan and his family, as well as a number of other buildings for the citizens.
The city quickly grew and prospered, and soon it became a major trading center for the region. Olubadan was a wise and just ruler, and he was beloved by his people. He was known for his fairness and generosity, and his reign was marked by peace and prosperity.
The city of Ibadan was founded on the principles of justice, fairness, and equality. These principles have been passed down through the generations, and they remain the foundation of the city to this day.