In Yoruba land one of the few monarchs, who is well loved and respected by all sundry, is Oba Adedotun Aremu Gbadebo, the Alake of Egba land. Some claimed his affable nature and his deep-rooted knowledge of the customs, culture, and tradition of Yoruba people and Egba land seems to be one of the reasons he is revered. Some claimed his lifestyle as one king who does not associate himself with pettiness and also not economical with the truth. Many see him as an epitome of royalty for his fearlessness and uncommon tenacity.
Since his ascension to the throne of his forebears in 2005, he has ensured that development ensued in his immediate environment using his goodwill and clout to ensure a major transformation project is facilitated in his kingdom. Apart from this he has thrown his palace door open to everyone and also proffers solutions to problems within his capacity and has also been a father to all. Today, the monarch has constantly called for the unity of Nigeria and also preached peace at every opportunity.
Alake loves to be celebrated all the time. For a monarch of his magnitude, who is selfless, he does not joke about his birthday. As the monarch will celebrate his 79th birthday on September 14, sons, and daughters of Egba land have started to celebrate his Imperial Majesty, who is currently on holiday in the United States of America. In celebration of his birthday, his train will move to London where he would be hosted by descendants of Egba and well-meaning Nigerians that would be waiting to throw a massive soiree for him.