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50 countries to pay homage to Lisabi and Alake at Egbaliganza 2026

At least 50 countries will participate in this year’s Egbaliganza, a flagship cultural programme of the Lisabi Festival in Abeokuta, Ogun State, paying homage to legendary Egba hero Lisabi and the Alake of Egbaland, Oba Adedotun Aremu Gbadebo. Convener of Egbaliganza, Aare Dr Lai Labode, said the March 28, 2026 event will turn Abeokuta into a cultural capital, showcasing the weight of Egba history, craftsmanship, language and identity on a global stage. He announced a packed programme for the day, starting with a Parade of Nations where delegations from over 50 countries will display their distinct cultures alongside the Egba people on a shared platform. A formal charter signing will accompany the parade to establish long term cooperation between participating nations and the Egbaliganza platform in culture, tourism and creative enterprise. Other highlights include the Walk of Heroes and Walk […]

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Lisabi Festival panel denies Egbaliganza takeover claim

The Lisabi Festival Committee has dismissed online claims that this year’s 39th edition of the historic celebration is being turned into a platform for Egbaliganza, the Egba fashion initiative led by Chief Lai Labode.​ In a statement signed by High Chief Rasheed Raji, Asipa of Egbaland and chairman of the committee, the panel described a viral video alleging that the festival now centres on Egbaliganza as entirely false and misleading. He said the narrative distorts the true history and purpose of the event.​ Raji stressed that the Lisabi Festival remains an annual homage to Lisabi Agbongbo Akala, the 17th century Egba warrior who led his people to freedom from the dominance of the old Oyo Empire. He said the festival is rooted in cultural remembrance and has no plans to align itself with any commercial or fashion brand.​ While acknowledging […]

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