10 facts about the Orisa Lisabi.
The Egba community converged in Abeokuta this past Saturday (05-04-2025) for the annual Lisabi Festival, paying tribute to their revered hero, Lisabi Agbongbo Akala, a fearless champion of freedom whose enduring legacy continues to unite Egba descendants worldwide. This year's celebration, themed Ègbáliganza 2025, seamlessly blended cultural heritage with contemporary style. The grand finale was a dazzling spectacle of glamour and fashion, showcasing stunning traditional attire, including Ofi, Adire, and Afrocentric designs that highlighted the richness of Egba culture. Here are 10 facts about the Orisa adayeyan (The one selected on earth) Lisabi. 1. Lisabi's origin: Lisabi was from an Egba village called Itoku, but he lived in Igbehin. 2. Lisabi's goal: He conspired to achieve independence for the Egba people from the Alaafin of Oyo's empire. 3. Humanity: Lisabi was always willing to help other members in their farmland but never requested their own ser...