In a remarkable celebration of cultural pride and dedication, Aare Saheed Alatise, popularly known as Oba Irawo, marks an extraordinary milestone—20 years of exclusively wearing Yoruba attire. A well-respected on-air personality, Aare Saheed Alatise serves as the Head of News and Current Affairs at Noble 107.1 FM he also owns the Talent Radio (Online), both based in Ibadan.
Freshvoice Newsmedia has confirmed that Aare Saheed Alatise, who has earned the title of Aare Atun Èdè se of Yorubaland for his exceptional contributions to Yoruba broadcasting and culture, proudly celebrated this unique achievement on his social media platform. In a heartfelt post on Facebook, he shared, “So far so good, glory be to God Almighty, for today marks 20 years since I last wore English dress.”
Aare Saheed Alatise explained his decision to forgo English attire, stating that it was a deliberate choice to promote and preserve his Yoruba cultural heritage. Over the past two decades, he has authored a Yoruba book titled *Igbó Ajoni* and produced a Yoruba song titled *Ijọba Ayé*, both of which reflect his deep commitment to his roots.
When asked how he realized it had been 20 years since he last wore English clothing, Aare Alatise explained that his devotion to Yoruba culture had been a consistent part of his life, culminating in this significant anniversary. He expressed his gratitude to God for His blessings, especially as August is also his birthday month.
This celebration not only highlights Aare Saheed Alatise’s dedication to his culture but also serves as an inspiration to many, demonstrating the importance of preserving and promoting one’s heritage in a rapidly changing world.
