PHOTOS: Glamour, glitz as Egba people celebrate culture at Lisabi Festival

The Lisabi Festival, a vibrant celebration of Egba heritage, held on Saturday in Abeokuta, Ogun state.

This year’s event brought together Egba sons and daughters worldwide to honour their legendary hero, Lisabi Agbongbo Akala, a fearless liberator who fought against oppression.

Themed ‘Ègbáliganza 2025,’ the festival seamlessly blended cultural pride with modern style, showcasing the rich heritage of the Egba people.

It also featured a grand finale with stunning fashion displays, highlighting traditional Ofi, Adire, and Afrocentric designs.

Prominent Nigerians, including ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo, arrived at the event clad in luxurious attire, including aso-oke and agbadas.

Other attendees included Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun, Ladi Adebutu, 2023 governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the state, and Nollywood star Richard Mofe-Damijo.

The Alake of Egbaland and high chiefs graced the event wearing majestic regalia and coral beads.

Lisabi was a military organiser and farmer who united the Egba people against the Oyo Empire between 1775 and 1780. He freed them from paying royalties to the Alaafin of Oyo.

His bravery and leadership paved the way for the Egba people’s independence, and his legacy has continued to inspire unity and cultural pride.

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