According to historical records, Alagba was born around 1675 in what is now known as Ogbomoso, the old Oyo town. Because of the allusion to her age, it is known as Alagba, which translates to “the elderly one” in Yoruba. It is believed that Isan Okumoyede, the third ruler of the kingdom (1770–1797), brought the cherished reptile to the palace. In Ogbomoso, the fabled tortoise saunters around the king’s opulent grounds, the tortoise hosted numerous monarchs. The tortoise drew tourists from all over the world and was believed to have therapeutic properties.
Two employees of the palace were specifically assigned to the tortoise.
They made sure she received the finest care possible by providing food, medical support, and other necessities. Kabiyesi Oladunni Oyewumi and Alagba frequently enjoy wonderful moments. In 2018, Alagba passed on, aged 344.