*Photo R-L: Senator Shuaib Afolabi Salisu and the Alake and Paramount Ruler of Egbaland, Oba Adedotun Aremu Gbadebo, CFR, Okukenu IV*
Senator representing Ogun Central, Shuaib Afolabi Salisu, has congratulated the Alake and Paramount Ruler of Egbaland, His Royal Majesty, Oba Adedotun Aremu Gbadebo, CFR, Okukenu IV and the people of Egbaland on the occasion of this year’s Lisabi Celebration.
In a statement, he said “On behalf of the good people of Ogun Central Senatorial District, it is with great honour and profound joy that I, Senator Shuaib Afolabi Salisu, extend my heartfelt congratulations to His Royal Majesty, the Alake of Egbaland, and the entire Egba people on the auspicious occasion of the 2025 Lisabi Celebration.”
He noted that “This historic festival, held in reverence of the legendary warrior and unifying force, Lisabi Agbongbo-Akala, serves as a powerful reminder of the resilience, bravery, and unity that have defined the Egba nation for centuries. From the founding of Abeokuta in 1830 as a refuge during inter-tribal conflicts to the heroic resistance against external forces during the Egba-Dahomey War of 1851 and 1864, the Egba people have consistently demonstrated an unwavering commitment to liberty, progress, and cultural pride.”
He added that “The Lisabi Festival not only honours the past but also reinforces the enduring spirit of communal solidarity and development that continues to propel Egbaland forward. As we celebrate this rich heritage, I commend Alake’s visionary leadership and the collective efforts of the Egba people in preserving their illustrious traditions while embracing modernity.”
The Senator prayed that “May this year’s celebration bring renewed hope, prosperity, and unity to Egbaland,” urging all and sundry to “continue to draw inspiration from the legacy of Lisabi and the great ancestors who shaped the destiny of this noble kingdom.”