AFRICA’S OLDEST TORTOISE ‘ALAGBA’ DIES AT AGE 344

The Private Secretary of the royal father, Toyin Ajamu confirmed the demise of the tortoise on Thursday, adding that the animal which attracted people from all walks of life, will be greatly missed not only by the palace household but everyone who came in contact with Alagba during her lifetime.

“Alagba had lived in the palace for centuries. The tortoise played host to many monarchs in Ogbomoso in the past. Alagba became popular because Oba Oladunni Oyewumi, Soun of Ogbomosoland, used his personal resources to cater for her well-being. The tortoise had two staff members of the palace, dedicated to her. They provide food, health support and other logistics, so as to make sure she gets the best treatment’.

‘Often times, Kabiyesi shared great moments with Alagba.  On a daily basis, Alagba, had tourists visiting her from different part of the world. The palace household, Ogbomoso community and stakeholders in the tourism sector are mourning Alagba’s passing’.

Penpushing further reports that, the monarch private secretary disclosed that the palace secretary disclosed that  plans were underway to preserve the tortoise body for historical record