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[QUOTE="Queen, post: 88593, member: 27"]
Fifty countries are about to roll into Abeokuta for one massive cultural flex, putting the city on the map as a continental hotspot.

The Global Lineup
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[*]Aare Dr. Lai Labode announced 50 nations will pay homage to Lisabi and the Alake on March 28, 2026.
[*]Delegations will parade their cultures alongside the Egba people during the event.
[*]A formal charter signing will lock in long-term commitments around culture and tourism.
[*]Labode confirmed the Lisabi Festival just snagged official recognition from Nigeria’s federal government.
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The Day’s Full Itinerary
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[*]The schedule includes a Parade of Nations, a Walk of Heroes, and a Walk of Kings.
[*]Indigenous textiles like Àdìrẹ and Aso-Oke get the spotlight with runways and hackathons.
[*]Organizers are unveiling a massive Unity Drum built by a local craftsman for the Egba people.
[*]An 80-man orchestral band and ancient garments dating back thousands of years will also be featured.
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