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In May 1904, the Alake of Egba, Oba Gbadebo I, (grandfather of the current Alake) became the first Nigerian monarch to visit England. It was a State visit at the invitation of King Edward VII.

source: NNP/Bimbola Babarinde Image
He had spent 20 days travelling there by Sea. He stayed at Buckingham Palace and worshipped at Westminster Abbey during his trip. He was presented with a huge Holy Bible by his host, Edward VII. (Below) Image
Flanked by his aides, Crown Prince Ladapo Ademola(left) and Adegboyega Edun(right) Secretary of the Egba United Government. Buckingham Palace, 1904. Image
With his entourage on the way to the Dereham Agricultural Show, 1904. Image
With aide Adegboyega Edun on their way to a function, England 1904. Image
Arriving at the CMS Headquarters in Salisbury Square, London EC.4 Image

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