Lisabi the Legend
Honoring
Lisabi Agbongbo Akala
A Hero of Heritage and Resistance
Lisabi, the legendary Egba warrior, rose from the town of Itoku in Abeokuta to liberate his people from Oyo Empire’s domination. Through humility, courage, and the Aaro age-grade society, he mobilized his community to achieve historic freedom. Today, Lisabi stands as a symbol of strength, unity, and cultural prideLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo.
About Us
Welcome from the Organizing Committee
Message from the Chair of the
Lisabi Festival Organizing Committee
The Lisabi Festival is a tribute to Egba heritage and a celebration of resilience and unity. Led by the Lisabi Festival Organizing Committee (LFOC), our goal is to preserve the legacy of Lisabi Agbongbo Akala and unite Egba sons and daughters worldwide through culture, education, and tradition.
Fellow Egba Sons and Daughters, Friends, and Well-Wishers, It is with deep honor and immense pride that I welcome you to the official website of the Lisabi Festival, a grand celebration of our heritage, resilience, and unity as Egba people.
Lisabi Festival
A Week of Culture, History, and Unity
Held annually in Abeokuta, the Lisabi Festival honors our legendary hero through royal processions, cultural exhibitions, youth programs, traditional rites, and community service.
LFOC – Organizing Committee
Guardians of Culture, Stewards of Legacy
The Lisabi Festival Organizing Committee plans and executes the festival with support from Egba royal institutions. With leaders, professionals, youth, and cultural stakeholders, the LFOC ensures each year’s event honors Lisabi’s legacy while advancing Egba identity.
Core Roles
Festival planning and logistics
Community mobilization and youth engagement
Sponsorship and diaspora outreach
Traditional protocol and royal coordination
Activities & Events
Experience Culture in Motion
From youth sports to Egbaliganza and the Grand Finale, Lisabi Festival offers a week of unforgettable experiences rooted in Egba pride.