September 24, 2024
By Samuel Ogunsona
Think Yoruba First, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting Yoruba culture and traditions, hosted a historic Yoruba Day Peace Treaty Re-enactment Event at the prestigious Intercontinental Hotel at the O2 in London.
This momentous occasion commemorated the end of interethnic wars among the Yoruba people, resulting in the independence of sub-nations like Ekiti and others, and ultimately forming a confederate Yoruba nation.
The event, held on September 23, 2024, marked the 138th anniversary of the Kiriji Treaty, signed in 1886, which brought an end to the devastating 16-year Kiriji War that ravaged Yorubaland from 1877 to 1893.
In a press statement signed by the group Media Department, made available to TYT, says the treaty paved the way for the independence of the Ekitiparapo towns and cemented the Yoruba nation’s commitment to peace, unity, and self-preservation.
Part of the statement read, “This event marks a new era of cooperation and understanding among the Yoruba nation. We are committed to promoting peace, unity, and self-preservation for our people.”
“The successful event was made possible through the collaborative efforts of esteemed organizations, including Think Yoruba First, Yoruba Foundation, Yoruba Council of Elders, Yoruba Lives Matter, Apejopo Omo Yoruba, and Peace Makers International”
According to the statement “These organizations came together to promote unity and understanding among the Yoruba people”
However, Prominent Yoruba leaders in attendance included Oloye Lekan Alabi, Prince Ladigbolu, OlaKunle Faleti, Chief Yomi Bola, Dr. Bukola Adeniji, Oladimeji Bolarinwa, Hon Akinfe, HRM Olori Oluwabunmi Adekeye, HRH Princess Adepeju Adedoyin and Dr. Fagborun.
These distinguished guests were graciously hosted by Princess Moradeun of Think Yoruba First.
The event served as a powerful reminder of the Yoruba people’s resilience and determination to live in harmony. The re-enactment of the Kiriji Treaty underscored the significance of unity and cooperation in achieving lasting peace.
A formal celebration will follow on September 28, 2024, to further solidify the Yoruba nation’s resolve to maintain peace and harmony.
The Yoruba Day Peace Treaty Re-enactment Event has been hailed as a groundbreaking initiative, promoting cultural awareness and understanding among the Yoruba diaspora community.
