As organisers of the annual Lisabi Festival gear up for the 37th edition of the cultural celebration, foremost spirit brand, Seaman’s Schnapps, has disclosed its support as the lead sponsor of the upcoming event. This collaboration, according to the organisers, underscores Seaman’s unwavering commitment to preserving cultural heritage and supporting community festivities across the nation.
This year’s festival promises to be a memorable and vibrant occasion. The Lisabi Festival, an integral part of the Egba people’s cultural heritage, is celebrated annually in Abeokuta, the capital of Ogun State, to honour the legendary Lisabi Agbongbo Akala, a renowned hero of the Egba liberation struggle deeply ingrained in Yoruba history.
This festival unites thousands of Egba sons and daughters, as well as tourists from around the world, to commemorate Lisabi’s remarkable legacy and celebrate the rich cultural heritage of the Yoruba people. The theme of the 37th Lisabi Festival is, “Encouraging Youth in Agricultural Business: A Panacea to Solving Unemployment in Nigeria.”
The Seaman’s Schnapps team, led by their Marketing Manager, Mr. Gbemileke Lawal, Trade Marketing Manager, Mr. Sylvester Nwanze, and Activation Manager, Mr. Benson Oluwafiropo, recently paid a courtesy visit to His Royal Majesty, the Alake and Paramount Ruler of Egbaland, Oba Adedotun Gbadebo, Okukenu IV.
They also had the privilege of visiting the Olowu of Owu, Abeokuta, Oba Saka Matemilola, and the Gbagura Regency Council. During the visit, Oba Gbadebo commended Seaman’s Schnapps for its steadfast dedication to supporting the Lisabi Festival and preserving the rich heritage of Egba traditions.
The monarch graciously joined in prayer with Seaman’s Schnapps, beseeching for sustained progress in Nigeria and Egbaland, while extending heartfelt wishes to Grand Oak’s Ltd management and success across its diverse operations.
